Say what the blue dot is
What the blue dot is, and why it sometimes sits in a circle.
The blue dot is where your phone believes you are standing. It moves as you move.
The pale circle around it is the phone’s doubt. Indoors, or among tall buildings, the circle grows.
Key points
- The blue dot is where your phone thinks you are
- The circle around it is how sure the phone is
What to remember
- The dot is a guess, and a good one outdoors.
- A wide circle means less certainty, not trouble.
Try this
Open Maps indoors and look at your dot. Step outside and watch the circle tighten.
Practice: Say what the blue dot is. Your first lesson is free, with no account or card; the rest are part of a Lantern plan. Interactive lessons require JavaScript.