I ditched Google Maps for this free alternative that doesn't track me - or drain my battery

ZDNET's key takeaways Privacy-first: no tracking or data collection.Offline maps and turn-by-turn directions save ...
autoevolution

I Thought Google Maps Was the Best Navigation App, But This Alternative Blew My Mind

Google Maps is generally considered the go-to choice for anyone looking for a navigation app. It’s pre-loaded on Android smartphones, while on iPhone, most people install it specifically to replace ...
autoevolution

Google Maps And Waze Are Great, But Here’s What This Free Navigation App Can Do

I don’t know about you but finding a worthy Google Maps alternative is a lot more difficult than you’d be tempted to believe at first. It all starts with the accuracy of the data it offers for ...
SlashGear

Google Maps Vs TomTom: Which App Is Better For Android Auto

When you think of navigation, two names come to mind — Google Maps and TomTom. One is the most widely used navigation app in the United States, and the other is one of the most well-known sat nav ...

I use Google Maps every day — here's 5 features that will make your commute easier

Google Maps has a lot of helpful features, but these are the ones I constantly use to make my commute to work much easier.
ZDNet

I found a Google Maps alternative that won't track you or drain your battery - and it's free

Every month, Google sends me a report about where I've been, and I have to say that I'm not a fan. In fact, the idea that Google is following me around, via Maps, disturbs me. That's not the only ...
Android Police

Citymapper vs. Google Maps: Which navigation app wins the race?

Jon has been an author at Android Police since 2021. He primarily writes features and editorials covering the latest Android news, but occasionally reviews hardware and Android apps. His favorite ...
Android Authority

Google Maps sucks on unpaved roads, so I use this open source app instead

Google Maps was primarily designed for inner-city travel, where roads are well-marked and relatively smooth. I doubt the app’s developers envisioned users navigating gravel roads in the heartland of ...
TopSpeed

Google Maps Won’t Give You This Feature But This App Does

Thomas has spent two years working in the auto journalism industry, contributing to a UK-based newspaper and writing for Euronewsweek. A full-time writer and lifelong engineering enthusiast, he now ...
The New York Times

Let Your Maps App Guide You Home for the Holidays

Updates from Google and Apple can help you find efficient routes, locate nearby electric-vehicle charging stations or save a map for offline use. By J. D. Biersdorfer J.D. Biersdorfer spent many years ...

Google Maps gets a community-made solution for its location history mess

Google Maps has an issue with fragmented Timeline location history. However, a new tool will help you merge your data.

T-Mobile’s satellite service now supports Google Maps, WhatsApp, X, and more

T-Satellite lets you scroll tweets and video call WhatsApp groups in remote locations.