If your device has an internal GPS receiver (such as Nokia N95), you can use it to pinpoint your current position and to upgrade to full navigation with turn-by-turn voice guidance. Remember, the GPS receiver takes its power from the battery, so using it may drain the battery faster.

You can also use Nokia Maps with an external GPS receiver. Bluetooth technology creates a wireless connection between the GPS receiver and your device. To use an external Bluetooth GPS receiver with Nokia Maps:

1. Position GPS receiver for optimum satellite reception.
2. Fully charge your GPS receiver and switch it on.
3. Set up a Bluetooth connection between your device and the GPS receiver.
4. Select the external GPS receiver when the application opens. The GPS connection is then established.

It may take some time to establish the first connection. Subsequent connections are faster, but if you have not used GPS for several days, or are a long way from the last location you used it, it may take some time again to find a strong signal. To speed up the GPS connection, install A-GPS (assisted GPS) with the latest firmware for your device.

The availability and quality of GPS signals may be affected by your location. Buildings, natural obstacles and weather conditions may influence the signal strength. To ensure the best reception of GPS signals the receiver must be used outdoors.

The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the government of the United States, which is solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. Remember, GPS should only be used as a navigation aid. It should not be used for precise location measurement and you should never rely solely on location data from the GPS receiver for positioning or navigation.