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use your location without your request or permission. GPS-enhanced 911 is not
available in all areas.
To enable your device's Location feature:
1. Tap > > Settings > Location & security > GPS Privacy Setting.
2. Tap Location On or E911 Only.
Using Wireless Networks
You can use information from Wi-Fi and Sprint networks to determine your approximate location,
for use in GPS applications, when you search, and so on. To use information about your
location when navigating and searching in GPS applications (see GPS Navigation) you must
turn on location services.
1. Tap > > Settings > Location & security.
2. Tap Use wireless networks. (A green checkmark will appear.)
3. When you check this option, you’re asked whether you consent to sharing your location
anonymously with Google’s location service.
4. Read the disclaimer and tap Agree.
Using GPS Satellites
You can use your device's global positioning system (GPS) satellite receiver to pinpoint your
location to within accuracy as close as several meters (“street level”). Actual GPS accuracy
depends on a clear view of the sky and other factors.
1. Tap > > Settings > Location & security.
2. Tap Use GPS satellites. (A green checkmark will appear.)
Note: Uncheck this option when you do not use Maps to conserve battery.
Your Device's Lock Feature
Locking Your Device
When your device is locked, you can only receive incoming calls or make calls to 911.
► Press . Locking the screen prevents accidental screen touches from activating
phone functions.
Unlocking Your Device
1. Press to wake up the phone. (See Wake Up the Screen.)
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