Google Maps is no doubt one of Google’s best projects ever since it actually began. It has changed the mapping and navigation industries big time. More enhancements have been made when the Android version was released because more people are no longer at risk of getting lost. Having a digital map on mobile device can be really helpful especially if you’re going to or already in a new place you are not familiar with.
The Internet giant recently released an update to the Google Maps app for Android adding Street View to the mobile version. Not that the feature is new to us but it’s only now that Google has added quick access to Street View. Tapping on the Street View thumbnail you’ll see on the app will bring you the Street View page. This way, you can see what the area looks like even before going there.
View the destination before navigating so you will never get lost. Seeing the place first even just in photos will help you familiarize or at least, know what to expect and see. This update also brings easy addition of missing businesses from the sidebar to the map. And as usual, a lot of bug fixes have been made as well.
Street View is more than just helpful to travellers. It’s also fun to use because of the digital walk experience. Just like Google Earth, you are free to “explore the world” because you can view any address, neighborhood, popular tourist spots, and more. Viewing a place from street level is cool that I’m dreaming that there will be a virtual reality version. Maybe someday…
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