Verizon Q9c GPS Hack

[jmorisey]

With the recent release of the Q9c for Verizon, I think we need to start trying to figure out how to hack the GPS to use Google, WLS, etc...

For starters, when I go to the setup menu (##073887*) and choose "GPS Settings", I get an error msg that states:
"Modifying GPS Settings disabled"

There must be some usefull info in here now, before it was never locked!!!

Jon

[rainmakerrc]

Has anyone tried using the Modaco GPS COM4 Activator on the VZW Q9c's?

[MooseMan]

I'm getting the exact same message on mine. I'm thinking about trying the Modaco Activator. I'll repost if i get it working.

[jmorisey]

Originally Posted by MooseMan

I'm getting the exact same message on mine. I'm thinking about trying the Modaco Activator. I'll repost if i get it working.

I have tried the COM1: fix and now the Modaco Activator, none to any success... In due time, I hope...

[gadzooks64]

I definitely want to get the GPS working with google maps. It's one of the reasons I got this phone.

[jmorisey]

Originally Posted by gadzooks64

I definitely want to get the GPS working with google maps. It's one of the reasons I got this phone.

Same here... This is pretty ridiculous that they disable shit all the time…. Getting old in my opinion. I have been with them (Verizon) for over 13 years, and they are getting pretty damn close to drawing me over the edge….


If someone, or myself, doesn't figure out a hack to fix this within my 30 days... I may just take it back and cancell my contract with them.

If we can find a valid SPC code that will let us play with the GPS, we may be in luck...

[Mikeymikes2]

I don't know if this helps, or if it's already known, but I have a sprint Q9c and using google maps with it works. I select the "use gps" option and then it finds my location. I don't mean to insult anyone's intelligence but maybe you just didn't notice that option in the app.

It's also worth noting that while driving it auto updates your location. Not as smooth as the GPS in my car, but good enough if you're just trying to find your way somewhere.

[jmorisey]

Originally Posted by Mikeymikes2

I don't know if this helps, or if it's already known, but I have a sprint Q9c and using google maps with it works. I select the "use gps" option and then it finds my location. I don't mean to insult anyone's intelligence but maybe you just didn't notice that option in the app.

It's also worth noting that while driving it auto updates your location. Not as smooth as the GPS in my car, but good enough if you're just trying to find your way somewhere.

I am VERY INSULTED and think the one of the mods should ban you from ever posting on here again!!!!

Just kidding... I am very familiar with the workings of both Google Maps and WLS. I actually have a BT GPS that I used with my Q1 and it works fine with the Q9c as well. I was just hoping I could get the internal one to work.

I have tried the Modaco Com4 activator as well as the COM1: hack, neither have given me any success... and it should also go without saying that the inermediate driver fails as well...

Thanks for trying and giving your advice, the effort is appreciated.

Jon

[Mikeymikes2]

What functionality are you searching for? My Q can track my movement along the directions it's given me.

One question I have though, my girls blackberry pearl can save locations via stars that's not related to contacts. Is there a way I can label and save locations?

[jmorisey]

Do you have the VERIZON Q9c??? If so, what are you using and how are you getting it to work?