Wow this was a long time coming. Quite a few of you sent in tips letting me know about the update in the 3.0.2 version of Google Maps we mentioned. Turns out this small version bump adds GPS support for the Verizon Storm and other devices that have their GPS locked down.
Just as a reminder these incompatibilities are caused by Verizon, RIM, & Google. Google Maps use to try to get your location using AGPS (Assisted GPS) and was blocked by Verizon. It did not fallback and try regular GPS which is how BlackBerry Maps and other apps work. Personally I think most of the blame falls on RIM’s feet for helping Verizon block the AGPS knowing what problems it would cause…
You can pick up the latest version of Google Maps on your Storm at the link below in case you were holding out for a change log. This is probably as good as it is going to get.
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