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Best Ten(10) Things You Didn’t Know About Maps

You might have hear of Google Map probably using it. It is very interesting using it looking at it's importance.
It offers street maps, a route planner for traveling by foot, car, bike (beta), or public transport and an urban business locator for numerous countries around the world. Google Maps satellite images are not updated in real time; they are several months or years old.Below are important things you might have missed
             GPS Navigation
Enjoy free, turn-by-turn GPS navigation on your Android. There’s no need for a car unit or portable GPS device. Your journey will end with a Street View image of your destination.
Custom Maps

Create maps of places that interest you and share them withyour friends. Make a walking tour or just keep track of your favorite spots. Access your maps on your laptop or phone.

                                            Live Traffic

Turn on the Google Maps Traffic layer to see current traffic conditions. You can also get estimated travel times and see alternate routes when you tap for directions.


                                  
                                             Indoor Maps


Get directions to local businesses and landmarks without knowing the address. Just type or say the name or type of business, such as a restaurant, and results closest to you will appear on the map. You can also view local reviews from people you trust in your Google+ circles.



                  Compass Mode and My Location


Enter 3D compass mode to orient yourself. The map and labels will automatically rotate to match the direction you’re facing. The blue dot will show your current location wherever you are, even indoors in selected locations.

                                  Live Transit Updates

Get live, public transit updates in select areas around the world. You can view service alerts to see if there are service changes affecting your line or stop. Trip updates will indicate if your train or bus is running late. 



                                            
                              Indoor Maps
Get accurate location indoors to plan shopping routes, find your favorite stores and get indoor walking directions inside malls, airports and train stations with Indoor Maps on your Android
                                              




               Get Bicycling Directions
pedal-by-pedal bicycling directions that indicate bike trails, bike lanes and bike-friendly roads that avoid hilly terrain whenever possible.



                                   


                      Google Map Maker


Share your knowledge and edit the map with Google Map Maker. You can fill in missing details or make adjustments to the existing map and once approved, see your changes appear in a matter of minutes, along with millions of users of Google Maps.





                                          Street View

See what a destination looks like before you actually get there, even while you’re on the go. Explore landmarks, parks, storefronts and over 5 million miles of road in over 40 countries with 360-degree, street-level photos.


                                  



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