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The latest version of Google Maps navigation is terrific. I think people using smartphone, all should have this! I already set aside my standalone GPS . Any brothers tried and like it?? Have a few lines larrr

The world map is a lie. Well, sort of. If you think of a 2D, rectangular world map, the image that comes to mind is what's called a Mercator projection: It's... a map, no doubt, but with some very obvious distortions. The most obvious one being Antarctica, which seems like almost another planet, as well as Greenland being absolutely massive and seemingly the same size as Africa, when it is in fact 1/14 the size. Representing a 3D sphere (Earth) on a 2D surface is fundamentally impossible, because distortions will always exist. The reason why the Mercator map more or less became the widely accepted 'standard' is because it preserved directionality and the shape of countries, which is very important for sailors when navigating. This was the 1500s, after all. There's plenty of discourse on the 'whys' of it all, ranging from simple mathematical challenges to more complex arguments about perpetuating Western/European superiority. That's an academic discussion well beyond me. However, it's worth us quickly just considering how our literal world view can be generically shaped if we don't take some time to analyse and evaluate. As we're now firmly into a globalised era and sometimes jet-setting our way across the world, that can offer an interesting means into rethinking our perception of the world map. For example, Australia is actually huge. While it may not look it on a 'traditional' world map, the flight time from Perth to Sydney is more or less the same as that from London to Moscow. https://www.thetruesize.com/ is an interesting tool that let's you overlay countries atop other regions to get a realistic sense of size and scale. Using it, you can see that you could fit most of the European landmasses within Australia: Brazil - Absolutely massive. Alaska - actually not that big at all. So, is there actually an accurate way to represent Earth on a map? Interestingly, one Japanese designer seems to have it (almost) figured out. Hajime Narukawa created something called the AuthaGraph World Map, and actually won the grand prize in Japan's biggest design competition. It's not perfect, but it's close. It also offers an interesting and different perspective of the map of the world. Maps. Makes you think. ~ Desmond

To work in Singapore, it need 2 additional features: Which route can siam ERP Where has free parking BTW, I do support this initiative by Google, and this is one of the way to go green. Source #1: https://www.theverge.com/2022/9/7/23339954/google-maps-eco-friendly-routing-expanding-europe-fuel-types Source #2: https://blog.google/around-the-globe/google-europe/eco-friendly-routing-in-europe/ Google is expanding Maps’ eco-friendly routing mode, rolling the feature out in dozens of European countries and making it even more powerful by letting you pick what type of fuel your car runs on. The feature, originally launched in the US and Canada last year, will highlight routes that use less energy if they have a similar ETA to other alternate routes. Google says that starting today, it is rolling out to users in “nearly 40” European countries, including France, Ireland, Poland, Spain, and the UK. (It was introduced in Germany last month.) Google’s also adding the ability to tell Maps if your car has a diesel, gas, hybrid, or electric powertrain, so it can find the most efficient route for your specific type of vehicle and provide more accurate estimates on how much more efficient the eco-friendly route is. The system is built on information pulled from the US Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and European Environment Agency, combined with Google Maps driving trends to train machine learning models based on the most popular engines in given regions. Using an example from Google’s blog post, this could mean that people with diesel-powered vehicles will be routed along a high-speed freeway, where their engines will be most efficient, whereas someone with a hybrid or electric vehicle might get suggestions including surface streets where they can take better advantage of regenerative braking. Helping you make sustainable choices with Google Maps and beyond Whether you’re staying local or traveling, Google can help you get where you need to go more sustainably with a few helpful tips: It’s electric! If you have an electric vehicle, just search for “EV charging station” on Google Maps to see charging stations nearby, along with helpful details, like port types and charging speeds. And for some stations, you can even see if a charger is available right now, helping you avoid the wait and save valuable time. Swap four wheels for two. Often, the most sustainable choice doesn't involve a car at all, and Google Maps can help you with alternate ways to get around. We recently announced more cycling route information, including a more detailed breakdown of your route and whether you’ll encounter heavy car traffic, stairs or steep hills on the way. And you can find nearby bike and scooter shares in over 500 cities around the world including Barcelona, Berlin, London, Paris, and Rome. Walking the walk. Google Maps offers turn-by-turn directions for pedestrians. To ensure you’re not walking the wrong way, Live View uses augmented reality to display arrows and directions clearly overlaid on the map. Plus, you can preview your walking route with Street View. Navigate public transport with ease. By tapping on the transit icon in Directions, you get directions to your destination by bus, train, subway and even ferry. When available, you can see real time arrival and departure times, transfers, and service delays. And Google Maps gives you all the information you need to be prepared, like how crowded your ride will be, what the temperature is like, and if there are wheelchair-accessible routes available. Sleep more sustainably. Google Search helps you find hotels that have made significant commitments to green practices. Hotels that are certified for meeting high standards of sustainability from certain independent organizations, like Green Key or EarthCheck, will have an eco-certified badge next to their name. This helps you understand their eco-friendly practices, from waste reduction to energy efficiency to water conservation measures.

strange that taiwan never communicate with Google on area that need to be blocked out missile base on google map, use satellite mode with 3D to close up.

Hi all Hope to seek your advice. I currently drive a Nissan slyphy 2015 model. The maps a little outdated as new roads are not detected. Is there a place for me to update my maps software?

Any bro here using the new Nuvi 55,56,65? Heard that the new model Nuvi 55,56,65,66 has new protect mechanism You can not use unlocked maps. Is this true?

Google Maps now lets you find and catch wild Pokémon April Fools’ Day has already arrived in Japan and as expected, Google has a deluge of jokes and Easter eggs to check out online. You can check out our constantly-updating list here. One of our early favorites is the new Pokémon Challenge for Google Maps which, at long last, lets anyone with a smartphone or tablet earn the all-important title of Pokémon Master. From an iOS or Android device, you simply need to launch the Google Maps app and tap the ‘Search’ option at the top of the screen. You’ll see a new ‘Press Start’ option and a blue Pokéball icon, signalling the classic quest that awaits every aspiring Pokémon trainer. In our quick playtest, Google bounced us across to the Pokémon Lab, suitably located at the CERN research facility in Switzerland. As you swipe around the map, you’ll see colorful sprites for individual Pokémon, which you can then catch and add to your Pokédex for safekeeping. There are some nice throwbacks to the original games too; the Pokédex has full artwork for each monster and when you tap on a Pokémon the classic phrase ‘a wild Pokémon appears’ is displayed prominently at the bottom of the screen. Here's a video

Any bros here have experience in using overseas OSM maps for Garmin GPS? Can OSM maps be downloaded as a *.IMG files?

Whats the difference in features? My Sygic trial just expired and they didnt say which features are removed :(

i bought this last year and wondering whether i could download australia map from https://buy.garmin.com/en-AU/AU/prod104105.html i thought GPS normally buy maps to use can already but now it seems like the stoopid salesman did not tell me this.

going to japan in early april for cherry blossom. arrive in nagoya and return from osaka drive from nagoya > takayama > shirakawago > kanazawa > nagoya > kyoto (via shinkansen) > osaka (via train) using samsung s4 android phone. i could not find any good navigation software for android. is it ok to rely on google maps? when arrive in airport, is it better to rent the internet device/dongle or sim card with internet (unlimited usage) for 7 days? planning to get a central nippon expressway pass for 2014 http://global.c-nexco.co.jp/en/cep/expressway_pass2014overview.html only available in toyota and times (mazda) ... so must rent toyota or mazda car liao ... any advice is appreciated. thanks!

Are there Garmin maps for Japan? Can't find it at Garmin website. https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/maps/on-the...ASIA_01-p1.html

Noticed that the 'Show Traffic' function of Google Maps is especially useful to know the real-time traffic conditions of the road in SG. Am using Garmin GPS now. ANy geeks know how to incorporate tis google maps show traffic function in my GPS? Thanks

So far the City Maps 2Go is my pick, what are your favourite offline maps for Android? 1. City Maps 2Go - But the refresh rate is quite slow, and the free version is limited to 5 maps only.

It's back! Download away! it's working beautifully on my i5 https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/google-maps/id585027354?mt=8

Don't say good things never share hoh :D Click on the link from your iPhone directly and it will take u to the appstore. Don't bother searching for it in appstore. You can't find it yet. https://itunes.apple.com/sg/app/google-maps/id585027354?mt=8

hi guys, need some help, i wish to update my garmin 1350, i tried 2 desktop and 1 laptop, none can actually detect my unit for long. how you guys actually do your update of map? via sd card? please teach me in doing so, simple and details. much appreciated.

Haven't updated since i bought my Garmin back in 2009. Drove to gelang patah/nusajaya recently and map still show rubber plantation instead of roads....haha. Where and how to update the maps ah?

For those Toyota that came with built-in GPS, may I ask, how you guys get your map updates? My unit seems to have Garmin pre-installed, using NT map, but can't seems to accept Malsing or MalFree maps.

Headlines: Apple's Tim Cook apologizes, tells users to download other map apps http://www.latimes.com/business/technology...ewed+Stories%29

In case you don't know, if you go to google maps, you can turn on the Traffic layer in the upper right corner. But my question is: is it good? What are your experience with it? For me....don't seem to be very accurate. Also, since I don't know how it gets its data, I'm naturally suspicious of it...

Hi expertz... i'm going to do a self drive in US soon. I have a local-based Garmin 2450. How do I load USA maps into it? PS: I don't mind voiding warranty whatsoever, as long as it works. Please kindly guide. Thanks!

Hi, any one tried updating Aust map on Garmin GPS before? Please advise on source and procedures. First time GPS user here. Thanks!

hi bros, sorry if this topic was surfaced before, as i can't find them. Just bought the new garmin 255W GPS and was confused by the map inside. Map Info inside GPS 1) MFM - Garmin 091012 2) MFM POI 091012 3) SLA Authority V2 / EastGear Plte Ltd 4) Malsingmaps Malaysia/Singapore/Brunei NT2009.30 5) City Navigator Singapore/Malaysia NT 2009.30 Anyone can help advise or brief on the map info stated above and which map or combination should I use? thanks and appreciate the help.

Hi, I'm having trouble adding an additional map (another country, New Zealand) to my garmin. I think I might have found the source ( http://www.nzopengps.org/public/Latest_Glo...dexing_Mapsets/ ) but I