1. GWSA Computer Club
May 13, 2019
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2. Topics Google Maps Time Line Canada Post / Canada Customs Phone App
All Trails Phone App
Cornell University Merlin Bird Phone App
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3. Google Maps Timeline On an Android Phone Open Settings Open Google
Open Google Account
Tap Data and Personalisation
Under Activity Controls tap Location History & then Manage Settings
Change whether your account or devices can report Location History by setting “Use Location History” to ON or OFF
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4. Google Maps Timeline On an iPhone Go to Settings Go to Privacy
Go to Location Services
Switch Google Maps ON or OFF
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5. Advantages of Google Maps Timeline
If you lose your device, you can find its location (assuming the device is charged).
If you want a record of your vacation
If are tracking mileage etc. for work or doing volunteer activities
If you share an account with someone who is travelling and want to follow their progress.
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6. Canada Post – Canada Customs App
All international packages now require ELECTRONIC customs documentation.
To facilitate this, Canada Post has created tools for the computer and the phone, either using an App or by texting.
Computer – canadapost.ca/customs
Phone App – canadapost.ca/mobileapp
Texting on phone – text CUSTOMS to to proceed directly to the customs form
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7. All Trails
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8. Cornell Merlin Bird Site and App
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