I had a code working that was using Google\'s Activity Recognition Updates. Now all of a sudden these seem to send updates either several times per second or never although requ
I would suggest you increase the detection interval, it takes at least 6 to 7 seconds for the sensors to detect a change in your activity. Also, I have observed that ActivityRecognition stops firing intents if the device is Still for a certain period of time. They are immediately triggered when the device is in motion again.