Android 2.0 has turn-by-turn Google Maps Navigation

Posted on Wednesday, October 28 2009 @ 18:41 CET by Thomas De Maesschalck

Google's Android 2.0 operating system introduces a free turn-by-turn navigation service that uses Google Maps:

This new feature comes with everything you'd expect to find in a GPS navigation system, like 3D views, turn-by-turn voice guidance and automatic rerouting. But unlike most navigation systems, Google Maps Navigation was built from the ground up to take advantage of your phone's Internet connection.

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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