How does a tracking device like a Garmin watch or Strava mob app know what elevation you are, no matter where you are?

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How does a tracking device like a Garmin watch or Strava mob app know what elevation you are, no matter where you are?

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GPS gives you a point in *space*, not just a point on the earth’s surface. From that, you can calculate your terrestrial location and altitude above sea level relative to the earths surface. Most map apps ignore the altitude data but it’s still there and aircraft can use it.

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