
The app also supports Apple CarPlay, but not yet Android Auto.

Turn-by-turn navigation is not only available for cars but can also be switched on for cycling, pedestrians, and public transport. Thanks to offline maps in 233 countries and regions, you’re not dependent on having mobile internet connection (Google Maps also offers this option).

3D and satellite views are also available.įor tricky lane changes and complicated turns, the app can also put the live feed from the smartphone camera onto the display and use arrows to show you where to go. There's even a dash-cam function to record your driving in case of accidents, potentially giving you evidence you were not at fault if you are accused of causing a crash.įor display and route planning with real-time traffic information, the app uses map material based on the Open Street Map project. The app will then warn you if you accidentally leave your lane, if the distance to the car in front of you becomes dangerously short or if it spots pedestrians crossing the road ahead of you. Those features can be activated when your smartphone is clipped into a cradle in landscape mode and the camera has a clear view of the road ahead of your car. This is where Magic Earth Navigation & Maps, available free of charge for and, sets itself apart from the likes of Apple Maps and Google Maps with its suite of driver assistance features. This usually does the job – but what if your mapping app could also watch your driving for mistakes? BERLIN: If your car doesn't have a built-in navigation system, then you'll likely be using a smartphone app like Google Maps on your phone to help you navigate.
