👀 LATEST GEAR LIST: https://hikingguy.com/best-hiking-gear/ ♥️ SAY THANKS: https://hikingguy.com/support-hiking-guy/ 🔎 FIND THE GPS FOR YOU: http://garmingpsfinder.com/ In this video I'll show you how to get the most out of your GPS unit, whether a wearable, handheld, or smartphone. These tips should help you get more accurate GPS tracks and make sure you aren't making any mistakes with your unit on the trail. 🌎 Bucket List Hikes You Should Try: https://bit.ly/bucket-list-hikes 👀Subscribe For New Hike & Guide Videos null 👍Monthly Email For New Hike Updates: https://hikingguy.com/newsletter/ 🎆Instagram For Insider Hike Info: https://instagram.com/HikingGuy_com/ #garmin #gps #hiking #hike #hikingvlog #hikinggear #hikingtrails #hikingandcamping #hikingandcampingforbeginners #hikingandcampingvlog #hikingandbackpacking #52HikeChallenge #backpacking #healthyliving #trails #outdoors #nature 0:00 Introduction 0:40 GPS is a radio RECEIVER No transmitting needed for GPS 3:00 Note most smartphones don't let you choose which GNSS to use 4:13 You can check GNSS satellite 5:19 Android Can Get 1 meter accuracy with Wi-Fi on 8:01 Look for "multi-band" 9:21 Sync EPO Files (satellite positions) 9:30 Data in GPS Signals: Satellite ID, Position, Time Code & Position of Other Satellites 10:03 GPS Soak Receiver Locks Onto Signals Before Tracking 10:31 Enable WAAS 13:37 Total Distance = Distance Between All Track Points 13:57 Canyons are notorious for signal drop outs