nextcloud / nextcloud/talk-android

Include GPS / geolocation information in photos and videos

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Description

Describe the solution you'd like
Include GPS information in photos and videos taken/uploaded via this application.

The application already has some access, as it works for geolocation "pinning"

Additional context
See the recent changes required for the Nextcloud Android application: https://github.com/nextcloud/android/milestone/105?closed=1

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Research direction

Start by reviewing the existing geolocation pinning implementation in this Android application and the linked Nextcloud Android milestone for related changes. Determine how photos and videos are captured or uploaded, then verify that GPS information is included in both cases while preserving the existing behavior.

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Assessment

Tech stack
android, kotlin
Domain
mobile
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
38/100

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