GPS apps can do a lot more than just
navigation. The best apps come loaded with a host of features, such as
automated notifications, search history, traffic updates, the ability to track
more than one device, and, in some cases, show the location of cameras. In this
article, we’ll take a look at some of the popular and efficient GPS apps for
Android and iOS phones. Let’s take a look at the best GPS apps available today so
you can choose the right one for your needs.
Syndicated Maps
Photo Enforced's Syndicated Maps
app is a lightweight map app that simply needs to be bookmarked. This means you
won’t need to download yet another app to take up space on your phone! The maps
are mobile-friendly and easy to use on your iOS or Android phone, allowing you
to instantly access the maps from a shortcut on your screen without needing to
sign in.
Simply open the shortcut and
Syndicated Maps will find your location, showing you the relevant information
for your area. The maps each have their own unique icon, allowing you to find
the kind of data you are most interested in. The maps identify all types of cameras,
but you can filter by speed cameras, red-light cameras, and traffic cameras,
depending on your preference.
Google Maps
Launched by Google, this free
navigation app enables users to access real-time traffic data, choose their
mode of transport for easy navigation, and get accurate directions. It
automatically re-reroutes if you take a wrong turn. The specialty of this app
is its virtual view that allows users to get a glimpse of streets, restaurants,
and other nearby locations.
Maps.ME
Covering more than 600 cities in 100+ countries, Maps.ME is another
reliable navigation app for iOS and Android users. The app is designed for
tourists, both local and international, to help them find the best tourist
locations, restaurants, hotels, and other places in a new city. While the free version of the app is
available, you may have to make in-app purchases to access advanced features.
The map is available for offline users, allowing you to find your way without
an internet connection.
Waze
Developed by Waze Inc, now a
Google-owned company, Waze is used to collect information about traffic. It also
enables users to report mishaps, road closures due to construction and other
activities, and accidents. In this way, Waze keeps you up-to-date with the
current traffic conditions, but you may not like how they are collecting so
much of your data and movements. The app contains the ETA sharing option, using
which you can share your location with the person you are meeting as well as a
voice navigation feature.
CityMaps2Go
CityMaps2Go allows you to save
country, city, and state maps for offline use. This navigation app covers over
150 countries and features the navigation options for more than 60,000
locations. In addition to the detailed map, CityMaps2Go has an option that
enables users to save certain locations and categorize them. For example, you
can find points of interest in a particular location and save them in the
“things to see” category. This is a free app for Android and iOS users.
Sygic GPS
The Sygic GPS app features a
voice-guided navigation option, which allows you to concentrate on driving
rather than having to look at your mobile screen all the time. There is also a
live-traffic update option that keeps you up-to-date with the traffic condition
in the given location. Sygic GPS also offers parking suggestions after you have
arrived at the desired destination, helping you to find the cheapest and most accessible
parking options. The app has a pedestrian GPS navigation tool as well as a
built-in dash cam that captures a video of the road ahead.
MapFactor
Another GPS navigation app for iOS
and Android users are MapFactor. You can save the maps in this app to use them
later when you are offline. It can be used to navigate your way to the nearest
restaurant, sightseeing locations, streets, malls, and other places with maps
for a larger number of countries and cities. It does lack certain features, however: for example, it doesn’t offer live traffic updates.
Although features and benefits vary from app to app, any of the apps listed here will allow you to navigate around safely and with ease. For most of these apps, you won’t need a top of the line iPhone or Android smartphone, though you will need sufficient memory to download and run most of the apps. This may mean checking out the latest S10plans to upgrade your phone. On the other hand, if you want to be able to track camera locations without taking up space on your phone, Photo Enforced’s Syndicated Maps is the best option.