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Improving the Geolocation Accuracy of Your SaveFamily Watch

To maximize accuracy in the SaveFamily app, disable the "LBS" option and set the update interval to every 10 minutes. This prioritizes GPS over cell tower location, resulting in higher precision, improved tracking, optimized updates, and better battery performance. The position on the map becomes more accurate and consistent, with smoother, regular updates and enhanced real-time tracking.

How do I configure it for maximum accuracy?

Setting up the new feature is very simple. Just follow these steps on your mobile phone:

  1. Open the SaveFamily app.
  2. Go to the main map screen.
  3. Tap the Settings icon (gear) in the top right corner.
  4. Disable the option called "LBS" completely.
  5. Set the update interval to every 10 minutes.

Step Summary:
App SaveFamily > Map > Settings > Disable LBS > Interval: 10 minutes

What do we achieve with this setting?

By making these adjustments, you will immediately activate the following benefits:

  • Higher Accuracy: The location you see on the map will be much more precise.
  • Improved Tracking: You will be able to locate the device more reliably.
  • Optimized Updates: The watch will send its position regularly without overloading the app.
  • Better Battery Performance: The optimized process consumes less energy.

Why is it better to disable LBS?

To understand the improvement, it is useful to know the difference between the two technologies:

  • LBS (Location Based Service / Cell Tower Location): Calculates position based on distance to cell towers. It is less precise (can have a large margin of error) and sometimes consumes more battery.
  • GPS (Global Positioning System): Connects directly to satellites. It offers the best possible accuracy (only a few meters of deviation) and, due to its efficiency in this new version, is more battery-friendly.

By disabling LBS, you force the system to use GPS primarily – the technology that provides the most reliable location data for tracking.

What results can I expect?

Once you apply these changes, you will notice that:

  • The position displayed on the map is noticeably more accurate and consistent.
  • Position updates are regular and smooth (every 10 minutes).
  • The overall real-time tracking experience improves significantly.
  • The watch and the app manage their resources better, contributing to longer battery life.

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