Nokia Maps

Maps displays your location on the map using GPS, A-GPS, WLAN or cell ID-based positioning. The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite-based navigation system used for calculating your location. Assisted GPS (A-GPS) is a network service that sends you GPS data, improving the speed and accuracy of the positioning.

Wireless local area network (WLAN) positioning improves position accuracy when GPS signals are not available, especially when you are indoors or between tall buildings.When you use Maps for the first time, you are prompted to define an internet access point to download map information, use A-GPS or connect to a WLAN.

When downloading information over a WLAN, you may have to pay data charges. For more information check the pricing details of the WLAN you’re connecting to.

Things that can affect GPS accuracy
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the Government of the United States, which is solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. The accuracy of location data can be affected by adjustments to GPS satellites made by the United States government and is subject to change with the United States Department of Defense civil GPS policy and the Federal Radionavigation Plan. Accuracy can also be affected by poor satellite geometry.

Availability and quality of GPS signals may be affected by your location, buildings, natural obstacles, and weather conditions. GPS signals may not be available inside buildings or underground and may be impaired by materials such as concrete and metal. GPS should not be used for precise location measurement, and you should never rely solely on location data from the GPS receiver and cellular radio networks for positioning or navigation.

The trip meter has limited accuracy, and rounding errors may occur. Accuracy can also be affected by the availability and quality of GPS signals.

With cell ID-based positioning, the position is determined through the antenna tower your mobile device is currently connected to.

Depending on the available positioning method, the accuracy of positioning may vary from a few metres to several kilometres.

See your location on the map

Use the compass