Google Maps App For Android

Until now Android Google Maps app continues to grow and as the standard for GPS-based navigation application that is free. Google Maps has a database of accurate location and simple interface. With the Google Maps application, we can find a location when we are walking, while driving or while cycling. Although the results of the search for short distances sometimes not very accurate, but for now Google Maps is still the leader from its competitors such as Nokia Maps, Bing Maps, and Apple Maps.

Latest version of Google Maps has the ability to mark a location with a favorite mark. When we look for a particular location, Google Maps is able to provide the following alternative choice of pathways including approximate travel time. You can share the track on your friends via SMS or email. Interesting is not it? In addition, there are also additional capabilities that allow Android users to access contacts while searching for addresses.

In terms of the speed of applications, Google also has improve Google Maps performance so that it becomes lighter and thus easier for users to access its services. The interface has become more minimal and optimized for your screen. This application will automatically detect whether you are using an application on a tablet or smartphone.

Another plus is that Google Maps can be used off-line or without an Internet connection. This is probably the most interesting capabilities, Google has equipped the navigation application with offline capabilities. Which means that users will no longer be required to connect to the Internet when accessing Google Maps. Users can store the maps data and access the maps without the need to connect to the Internet. Unfortunately, the ability of offline maps can not be used continuously.

On the opening screen of Google Maps, for the first time you will be prompted to activate the GPS. Furthermore, the application will search for your location. For simplicity, you can mark this location with the name 'MyPlace'. In the lower right corner there is a Plus and Minus signs to zoom in or out on the map.

If you want to find a specific location, please tap the search box and then type your destination. The App will soon find your location. Please touch the name of the location to determine the location details of your destination, or tap the arrow keys and touch the Get Directions button to find the path to that location. Do not forget to specify the option will use private vehicles (cars), by bus, or you want to walk. If you are not driving, you can choose public transport, cycling or walking. Even if you do not have a cellular signal, you can easily access the cached version of the map, which was very helpful. Please touch the right arrow or left arrow to navigate. Google Maps will show the way for the sake of way to go.

With the myriad capabilities of the above, it looks like Google Maps app for Android is a must-have application for anyone using Android devices. Overall Google Maps offers an exceptional experience for those who are looking for a location.

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