I tested the new Google Maps Power Saving Mode over 200 miles; here's what you need to know

Thankfully, there’s now a Power Saving Mode in Google Maps. It allows you to activate a black-and-white, full-screen overlay on your always-on display. When enabled, lock your phone during navigation, ...

Track Santa On Christmas Eve 2025 (Via NORAD & Google)

Track Santa’s 2025 journey in real time using Google and NORAD’s interactive Santa trackers, with maps, arrival times, and ...
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I tested 5 major Google Maps alternatives — this is the one I'm keeping

Stepping away from Google Maps led me to some hidden-gem alternatives and also some dealbreakers. You may find my final choice surprising.
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Google Maps quietly brought back a dropped feature for winter

Google Maps has quietly restored a winter favorite, bringing detailed ski lifts and trail overlays back into the app after ...
IEEE

Comparative Evaluation of Differing Levels of Information Presentation in 3D Mini-Maps on Spatial Knowledge Acquisition in VR

Abstract: Maps have long been a favored tool for navigation in both physical and virtual environments. As a navigation aid in virtual reality, map content and appearance can differ significantly. In ...

I left Google Maps behind for a free alternative that doesn't track me (or drain my phone battery)

CoMaps is community-driven, open-source, transparent, and the developers aren't concerned with making a profit. The app is fairly new (just hitting Google Play Store and the Apple App Store around ...