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Hello, it's clear that the problem you're facing is common among people in Jeddah or any other place, where your geographic location appears incorrectly, sometimes showing in Sudan or the Red Sea instead of Jeddah or any other place. This issue happens due to several reasons, and I'll explain the possible solutions for both iPhone and Android devices:
How to fix the problem:
Watch my YouTube tutorial on fixing GPS issues:
Or follow the steps below:
✅ First: Potential Causes of the Problem
Cell Towers: Sometimes your location is identified through cell towers, and if their data is incorrect, an inaccurate location appears.
Weak or inaccurate GPS system due to:
Being inside a closed building.
Poor connection to satellites.
Reliance on Wi-Fi or inaccurate networks.
Temporary issue with the service provider or iOS/Android update.
General problem with Google Location Services or Apple Maps.
📱 On iPhone Devices (iOS):
Try the following:
Enable high location accuracy:
Open Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services.
Make sure services are enabled. Disable and re-enable them.
Go to the app where you're experiencing the problem (like Maps), and select "While Using" or "Always". Disable and re-enable them.
Enable the Precise Location option. Disable and re-enable them.
Reset location settings:
Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Reset Location & Privacy.
Restart your device.
Try a different maps application (like Google Maps instead of Apple Maps).
🤖 On Android Devices:
Try the following:
Enable high location accuracy:
Settings > Location > Location Accuracy or Improve Location Accuracy. Disable and re-enable them.
Enable using Wi-Fi and Bluetooth to improve location. Disable and re-enable them.
Clear location services data:
Settings > Apps > Google Play Services > Storage > Clear Data / Clear Storage.
Restart your device.
Try a different app like Google Maps or HERE Maps.
🌍 Additional General Solutions:
Try opening the maps app in an open area like a street or rooftop for a few minutes.
Make sure your device is connected to the internet (Wi-Fi or data).
If the problem persists, try GPS Status & Toolbox app (Android) to recalibrate your location.
On iPhone: Open the Compass app and move the device in a figure 8 pattern several times to recalibrate.
🛠 If It's a Common Issue in Jeddah or any other place:
It's possible there's a problem with the service provider (like STC, Zain, Mobily) or an error in Google/Apple data.
You can send a report:
To Google via Google Maps (tap on your location > Send feedback).