Tag: gps
Google Maps update brings real-time incident reports from Waze
Google announced the acquisition of Waze back in June. At the time they talked about how the deal was being made in an effort...
Nexus 7 user reports bring talk of GPS issues
The new Nexus 7 seems to be having trouble with the GPS. At the moment the discussion seems to be growing on the Google...
Mercedes-Benz eyeing Google Glass for a seamless GPS experience
It feels almost like ages ago when GPS was something a regular person wouldn't be able to use. But the meteoric rise of smartphones...
Google Maps v7 detailed: Latitude killed, Offline maps hidden
Google has officially detailed Google Maps for Android v7, and while there are are some useful new features, some of the most appreciated aspects...
Glympse for Android update brings Evernote archiving
Glympse is an app that allows you to share your current location with others. The nice part of Glympse is how this is all...
Garmin Monterra handheld GPS arrives powered by Android
Garmin has officially announced the Monterra and while this handheld device has the looks of a smartphone, it is actually a handheld outdoor GPS...
Google acquires Waze in effort to help you “outsmart traffic”
Putting an end to the recent string of Waze rumors, an acquisition has been officially announced this morning. Google has acquired Waze and while...
Waze v3.7 update brings Facebook Events integration
There has been plenty of chatter dealing with a possible acquisition of Waze. We have heard a few possible company names being thrown around,...
GPS use while driving must be done hands-free in California
It seems pretty well understood that you should not text or talk while driving, however with the full-featured smartphones that we are using these...
Google patent has camera checking local weather for optimal settings
Google's been on a roll lately with patents and they aren't slowing down anytime soon, even if a few of those patents are for...
Pole Star indoor GPS service will support Android
I think most of us know from experience that trying to find your way around a large indoor location such as a convention center...
ViewRanger for the outdoorsy Android users gets updated
If you're an outdoorsy type of Android user, you may be familiar with the outdoor GPS app called ViewRanger. The developers behind the application...