Does my Curve even have GPS?

So I bought a Curve from some guy on eBay. While the phone model number wasn't specifically listed, the auction description specifically stated that the phone had a GPS.

The only problem is, I can't get BlackBerry tracker or Google maps to work unless I pair by BT GPS puck.


When I go to Options > Advanced Options > GPS it says

GPS Data Source: None


It also has an option for my BT GPS puck, but no option for Device GPS. So my only two options are "None" and "BT-GPS-32A07F" (which is the puck).



So, did I get hosed on this auction or am I just missing something?

Sounds like you did get hosed. Sorry!

Originally Posted by napalm

So I bought a Curve from some guy on eBay. While the phone model number wasn't specifically listed, the auction description specifically stated that the phone had a GPS.

The only problem is, I can't get BlackBerry tracker or Google maps to work unless I pair by BT GPS puck.


When I go to Options > Advanced Options > GPS it says

GPS Data Source: None


It also has an option for my BT GPS puck, but no option for Device GPS. So my only two options are "None" and "BT-GPS-32A07F" (which is the puck).



So, did I get hosed on this auction or am I just missing something?

what model curve did you get? 8300 doesnt have it.

Go to options/about

It should list what type of blackberry you have there.

Main differences are:
8300: No GPS, No WiFi
8310: Has GPS, No WiFi
8320: No GPS, Just WiFi

Yeah, definatly sounds like you got an 8300 or 8320. Check to see. #HELP* Send will give you the Model specs.

Sounds like the 8320 try and enjoy it anyway. At least you will have the WIFI.

Originally Posted by dhollins

Go to options/about

It should list what type of blackberry you have there.

Main differences are:
8300: No GPS, No WiFi
8310: Has GPS, No WiFi
8320: No GPS, Just WiFi

Options > About = BlackBerry 8300.


Looks like I got bamboozled. :mad:


Anyone want an 8300? Trade you straight up for an unlocked T-Mo 8320. :p

Pulling this back up from 2008. Is there a fix by now for the 8520 not having GPS?

Originally Posted by pamdowning

Pulling this back up from 2008. Is there a fix by now for the 8520 not having GPS?

8520 doesn't have the necessary GPS hardware. There is no 'fix' except buying a more advanced device. Sorry. :(

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