AirPrime - Geolocation through Cell ID - Application Note
- Nov 19, 2013
- Author: Sierra Wireless
- Version: Rev 1.0
This Application Note describes methods and services through which an application will be able to perform a Geolocation operation through the use of purely CellID’s without the need for GPS.
In some applications the ability to know the location of the unit is useful without powering up a GPS, including:
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Applications where position information is not critical but useful, e.g. alarms, meters, etc.
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Where power saving is important, including battery powered applications but knowing the approximate position
- Where position is critical
This Application Note describes methods and services through which an application will be able to perform a Geolocation operation through the use of purely CellID’s without the need for GPS.