CoMaps is community-driven, open-source, transparent, and the developers aren't concerned with making a profit. The app is fairly new (just hitting Google Play Store and the Apple App Store around ...

Compared to Waze and Apple Maps, Google Maps also supports offline maps, letting users navigate without an Internet connection. As such, the navigation experience in Google Maps can continue ...

Stepping away from Google Maps led me to some hidden-gem alternatives and also some dealbreakers. You may find my final choice surprising.

The most recent iOS version, which debuted in September for the iPhone XS and newer, adds support for offline maps in Apple Maps. If you've never used offline maps, you probably don't understand how ...

A capable map app will save you time (and your sanity), but which one is best at dodging all the holiday season traffic? I tested both, and there's a clear winner.

You can't use Apple Maps offline, so you need to use a different app for navigation if you don't have a connection. As an alternative, you can use offline navigation ...

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Google Maps remains one of the best navigation apps thanks to its detailed mapping, real-time traffic information, Google Assistant integration, public transit routes, cycle travel modes, and robust ...

iPhone Maps can work even if you do not have an internet connection. This feature is beneficial for those who drive around a lot since not all spots have a stable cellular signal. Here's how your ...

The best thing about cars is that they can take you anywhere — even to places without mobile network coverage. To stay safe and on-route in signal-sketchy areas, offline maps are a valuable tool. With ...

The problem with Google Maps comes down to its design. It’s an online-first app that depends on constant data to update ...

Not long ago, it seemed you had to pay a fortune to get one of the most advanced features among running and fitness watches, offline maps. This is where map data is downloaded to the watch’s own ...