One of the continuing advantages of Google Maps over Apple's native iOS Maps app is better support for going offline — something particularly important when going on vacation, traveling through rural areas, or otherwise passing through regions with weak internet access. Here's how to...
I use Apple Maps just because of the integration. Also have HERE WeGo (formerly Nokia / Ovi Maps) installed for the offline functionality - this is the same mapping system that you find on the Garmin standalone GPS units. Reactions: waltman K krspkbl macrumors 68020 Jul 20, 2012 2,4...
Google says Maps not waiting in wings for iPhone 5The article reports that Google Inc. has not made effort to provide iPhone 5 with its Google Maps.Kevin KrolickiFlare
One other popular Google Maps feature is offline access. This facilitates offline planning for those with limited access to Wi-Fi or data. While Apple Maps uses slightly less data than Google Maps, Google compensates by allowing you to download entire maps for offline use. Privacy Because Apple...
To see for yourself whether or not a location is wheelchair accessible, just look up a location in Maps, hit the description, and check under the “amenities tab.” Not everyone has access to the feature at this point, so if you can’t see it yet, you may just have to wait a littl...
Google Maps is finally bringing a speedometer and speed limit indicator to its iPhone app. The navigation service has had these features on Android for several years now, andGoogle has told TechCrunchthat it's finally bringing them to the iPhone as well. When you're using Google Maps to navi...
Apple's Maps also handle offline use much more efficiently. If you do any traveling where you work outside of the network service area, being able to efficiently work offline is a major feature.For example, after going off the mobile grid on the way to the airport in Hamburg, Germany, ...
How-To Download Offline Maps & Routes in Google Maps iPhone App #1 Tip for Your Google Maps iPhone App: Add Your Work & Home If you often search for directions from your home or from your workplace to someplace else, you need to type your home or workplace’s full address each time ...
However, Google Maps still reigns supreme in the category. Others prefer Waze, another navigation app from Google. Unfortunately, for those iPhone users that never quite warmed up to Apple Maps, there hasn't been a way to change iOS' default Apple Maps app to an alternative — until now. ...
More experiences on Google Maps • Offline maps to search and navigate without an internet connection • Street View and indoor imagery for restaurants, shops, museums and more • Indoor maps to quickly find your way inside big places like airports, malls and stadiums Some features not avail...