The new Google Maps for Android

Google Maps for mobile application is one of the most important and frequently used by almost all users. The ability to quickly find desired locations and transport routes, learn about nearby gas stations, stores, institutions and attractions, and many other functions allow us to feel almost anywhere on the planet like at home. So we could not ignore the release of a new version of Google Maps, the more that it is not banal regular bug fixes and a truly radical renewal.

Most recently released a desktop version of Google Maps, about which we We wrote hereAbout hinting that we should wait for the mobile version. And our expectations were fully confirmed: in the version of maps for Android, we saw exactly the same clean and simple interface with a focus on the search bar, which now performs all the basic function.

Search results are displayed in the form of cards, containing not only basic information about the object, but also an opportunity instant a route using public transport, car, bicycle (in some countries) or his feet. If you want, you can immediately view more detailed information about the proper place, including customer reviews on Google+, it SreetView photos and so on.

All the advanced features are hidden behind an inconspicuous button in the upper left corner, which causes the appearance of a black panel on the left. Here we see the power button the different information layers, including the display of traffic jams, public transport routes, bicycle paths, satellite images. Here there is a link to launch a mobile version of Google Earth.

Some changes were made navigation options on the chosen route. Now it is presented in a more easily understandable form and movement between the key points is performed using swipe over the upper information panel. Judging by the screenshots, is now to get directions, taking into account the presence of congestion and can be changed according to the situation on the roads.

Along with the emergence of new features, many users may be unpleasantly surprised lack of already familiar from previous versions. So, there is no obvious way to save the map for offline use. However, there is a little trick you can use to solve this problem. Just find and scale the desired area on the map and enter the phrase into the search box ok maps and the selected portion will remain in the cache. But with the new release missing from custom maps My places nothing like this happens. So if you have a personal card that you use, and it is critical for you, then you should not rush to update.

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Maps: navigation and public transport

Developer: google LLC

Price: Free