Many of these apps have the functionality of Global Positioning Systems (GPS). The most popular GPS ... immediate vicinity to reach a physical location.

The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a spaced-based navigational system that provides exact location and time information to any GPS receiver. The system uses many satellites (at least 24), at ...

Microsoft runs a Location service that enables a device to determine its physical location using the built-in GPS hardware ... time an app tries to access your location or Wi-Fi information. ‘ ...