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Does GPS require an installed simcard?
Lousy Fisherman
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01-25-2021, 10:10 AM
GPS does not use cell towers. It talks directly to the satellite. That's why it takes so long if there is no AGPRS available (from a cell tower)

Also why if you use GPS outside of areas with a cell signal there is no tracking.

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RE: Does GPS require an installed simcard? - by Lousy Fisherman - 01-25-2021, 10:10 AM

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