This practice is called GPS spoofing or GPS simulation, and it involves manipulating or deceiving a GPS receiver by transmitting fake GPS signals. The receiver then obtains an incorrect location.Since modern smartphones determine the time zone based on the their geolocation, this can lead to automatic clock switching when GPS spoofing is in effect.In recent days, Ukrainian users on social media have posted screenshots of their location on map apps showing up inside Russian territory."It is advisable to disable the automatic time update mode in the phone and take into account that the accuracy of satellite navigation systems may be disturbed during the announcement of air alerts," the General Staff said.Russia attacked Ukraine with over 900 bombs, almost 500 Shahed drones, and around 30 missiles over the week, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on the morning of Nov.
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