[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Connectivity
GPS
Satellite positioning; supporting more constellations (GLONASS, Galileo, etc.) improves accuracy.
Also known as:
GNSS
GLONASS
Galileo
Beidou
QZSS
NAVIC
GPS, GLONASS
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
GPS uses satellites to locate your device. Phones list multiple constellations — GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS, NAVIC. More supported systems mean faster lock and better accuracy, especially in cities.
See GPS / Navigation in connectivity specs.