Samsung Galaxy S5 User Manual - Page 132
Location Settings
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Location Settings Control apps' access to your location, and configure location sources. Some apps may require one or more location services be turned on for full app functionality. When Location is turned on, you are allowing Google's location service to collect anonymous location data. Some data may be stored on your device, and collection may occur even when no apps are running. GPS signals may be affected by your surroundings, including: ● Buildings ● Tunnels or underground structures ● Weather conditions ● High-voltage or electromagnetic fields ● Tinted windows Note: E9-1-1 location service is standard on all mobile phones, to allow sharing of GPS information with emergency personnel when you make a call to emergency services, such as 9-1-1. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Location, and then tap the On/Off switch to turn location services on or off. Note: Location must be turned on to configure settings. When you turn Location on, you are allowing Google's location service to collect anonymous location data. Some data may be stored on your device, and collection may occur even when no apps are running. 3. After you turn Location on, you can configure settings: Mode: Choose the method your phone uses to determine your location. • High accuracy: When enabled, your phone uses GPS information, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks to estimate your location. • Power saving: When enabled, your phone uses Wi-Fi and mobile networks to estimate your location. • GPS only: When enabled, your only phone uses GPS information to estimate your location. Recent location requests: View services or apps that have recently accessed your location information. Location services: Select sources for reporting your location information to Google. Settings 121