Software Update for the N95 version 11.0.026
The latest software update (11.0.026) for the N95 gives loads of improvements. You can check the details at the Symbian Freak article. In any case the GPS seems to be faster now too. New users should at least read the FAQ in the Nokia discussions area.
However having to wait for a gps-lock before starting to navigate is very enoying software feature. I should be able to point go there, drive and it should figure out the route whilst I am driving once it has a lock.
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The biggest problem is getting a first lock is difficult sometimes. And having the slide open makes a difference. Quoting from SunSetGriffing in the nokia discussions area:
"The thing has to find at least 3 satellite signals (out of the 30 in orbit) which are hardly stronger than background noise, then download an "almanac" which describes the intended orbits of the sats. Once that is done, it downloads 30 seconds worth of data (called the "ephemeris" which tells the receiver any actual discrepancies in the sat's position from the intended position in the almanac. If the receiver finds the signal mid-way in this 30 second looped transmission, then it has to start again. If the already weak signal is lost, then it also has to start again. It then has to repeat this 30 second download at least 3 times (for a 2D fix) or 4 times (for a 3D fix)."
See his/her Message in Nokia Discussions.
Let me tell you, my Garmin with SIRF Star III can take on odd days a very long time to get a lock. Especially when I moving or surrounded by buildings causing reflections and interference. There seems little difference to me. I wished there would be AGPS support from the network.