How to fix inaccurate compass on Android device?

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How to fix inaccurate compass on Android device?

landon 3 days ago

The compass on my Android phone (HTC One) is way off. Is there a way to calibrate the compass on Android devices?

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wstark 2 days ago

Yes, you can easily recalibrate an Android phone’s compass. Basically, just hold it up in front of you and wave it around in a figure 8 pattern. Yes, I know that sounds silly, but I am being completely serious. I think you can also spin it on its 3 axises, but the figure 8 thing is much easier.

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jimlynch 2 days ago

It sounds like wstark has it right on how to fix your Android compass.

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