WatchKit CoreLocation to use Watch GPS Chip

TLDR: I want to use the watch GPS for location even when the phone is in range.

Previously this was not allowed, but I have recently seen multiple apps that allow you to force their watch extension to use the on-watch GPS for corelocation even when the phone is in range.

I understand there is a battery life impact, but this is critical for my application and I have been unable to find how to do it. Help please!
I have the same problem. I have spent 20+ hours trying to get it to only use the watch and the only way I have found so far is to turn off bluetooth on the phone.

If you start a workout on the watch with the activity type set to golf then the watch will use its GPS.

WatchKit CoreLocation to use Watch GPS Chip
 
 
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