*GPS UPDATE!*

Here's a quick update on my GPS issue and resolution: 
Hi,
After countless library and SIM7000E issues I have opted to change to another SIM type and transfer to the SIM5320A or E variant, I will still be using the @hologram_io SIM card, but may be purchasing the module from @hacksterio or Tiny Sine. It has been a pricey change from my original $65 SIM7000 to a $93 SIM5320, it will be worth it though!

Thanks for reading,
                                                   
       Tiny Sine3G/GPRS/GSM Shield for Arduino with GPS - American version SIM5320A

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