Waze is a mapping app for both iOS and Android developed in Israel which focuses on community based mapping and outsmarting traffic. The app records roads and traffic as you drive, creating a community based map that uses everyone’s data to make everyone’s commute much easier. Apparently, Google sees a lot of value in it because they have just… Read more
Google has been expanding their maps to new places for a long time, and this time they’re adding new Street View data to places in New York. The first is the 9/11 memorial, allowing you to tour the area from the comfort of your own computer. You can also view the names of the victims on the edges. It’s a great way to visit the area if you can’t make it… Read more
Google Maps is getting a brand new user interface, across both Android and iOS. The leaked screenshots were pretty spot on, with the simple UI. There is a single search bar floating above, with new UI elements popping up when necessary. When searching for something, a small card pops up at the bottom. When you pull it up, all the information shows up…. Read more
With rumors that Google was set to give Google Maps a facelift, it comes as little surprise as a new version leaks in greater detail this morning. The folks at Droid-Life managed to capture some shots of a sign-up page that is expected to go live sometime after this mornings Google I/O keynote. The first highlight of the sign-up page indicates Google… Read more
If you think that the interface for Google Maps has gotten a bit stale, we may have some good news for you. Google Maps works, and often very well, but this facelift would be awesome. These screenshots were leaked and are claiming to be the new Google Maps under development. This user interface does away with the standard omnipresent UI elements,… Read more
More than two years ago, a tsunami hit Japan, devastating many cities. The worst of the damage was the nuclear power plant, which was destroyed in the disaster. For the 21,000 residents of Namie-machi, this meant that they had to evacuate their homes. Years later, they can not return due to the nuclear hazard still lingering over the land. Many want to… Read more
While many cities have had live transit information for their public transport systems, New York City strangely has not. Live transit information shows departure times for buses and subways, allowing you to better plan your route. This is awesome information, and starting today, New York City and Salt Lake City are getting all of it in Google Maps, so… Read more
The photo above is from TomTom GPS, and the feature is called lane guidance. It’s built into most standalone GPS units, telling you what lane to be in for far easier driving. It’s something Google Maps is missing, and while it’s not a feature we can’t live without, it’s an amazing tool we wish we had. Fortunately, it seems that Google may be hard at… Read more
View Larger Map If you’ve ever wanted to walk through the Colts’ home stadium, the Lucas Oil Stadium, you can do so anytime you want from the comfort of your own home. Google has mapped the entire stadium side with their Google Street View technology. You can walk around the field, through the locker rooms, across every level, and even the suites…. Read more
If you’ve been looking for a Nexus 4 in a retail location, and for some (probably valid!) reason won’t buy it from the Play Store for the cheaper price, Google has you covered. They released a tool using the Google Maps API to show you the closest Nexus 4 retailers to your address. Right now, it’s only showing T-Mobile stores. Keep in mind that… Read more
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