Google Search - "Location Unavailable"

[N W2]

I have a problem with Google searching on stock browser .... worked for over 2 yrs but now when I go to Google to search, the search box initially comes up, then is quickly replaced by "Location Unavailable" so I cannot enter search terms

When I go to Settings/Privacy and check Enable Location, the search box is now replaced by my city name and "Update" in blue which does nothing when pressed.

Other
I am signed in on my Gmail account
I downloaded Dolphin browser and got same issue so it is likely Google, not browser based
Still on Android 2.3.5

Now searching on Bing, which I hate, but at least it works.

Help pls.

 

[Golfdriver97]

Have you tried on other networks like you home wifi?

 

[N W2]

Have you tried on other networks like you home wifi?

Yes, same problem.

 

[Golfdriver97]

Yes, same problem.

Stock Browser meaning Chrome? If not have you tried that?

 

[N W2]

Stock Browser meaning Chrome? If not have you tried that?

Might be called "Google Search", came installed on phone.
Chrome not available for my OS is my understanding.
I don't think it's a browser issue as I installed Dolphin and have same problem.
I suspect its something to do with Google itself tracking location but not at all clear why its suddenly not working, especially when I toggle tracking options.

 

[Golfdriver97]

Might be called "Google Search", came installed on phone.
Chrome not available for my OS is my understanding.
I don't think it's a browser issue as I installed Dolphin and have same problem.
I suspect its something to do with Google itself tracking location but not at all clear why its suddenly not working, especially when I toggle tracking options.

Sorry, I missed the android version you gave. I am honestly not sure myself. Sorry.