14 DAY TRIAL // Back in June, we reported that Google was testing new features in its Maps application, namely tools that regarded the WiFi Only mode on offline maps that could be transferred to SD cards. The new features would allow users to save space on their smartphones and make sure they don't use up their mobile data.
The Mountain View-based giant has announced that it started rolling out new features to its Google Maps application. The WiFi Only mode will allow users to set Google Maps to only work when connected to WiFi so that they could save up on mobile data and use Maps offline.
Basically, users could enable mobile data on their smartphones to access other applications while Google Maps stays passive and doesn't eat up any.
The second feature that Google has introduced is the option for users to save maps to their SD cards while in offline mode. The feature will allow them to save up space on their smartphones and store offline maps on the SD card.
Google has also brought about some expanded commuting abilities, and users will be able to compare ride services like Uber with additional transportation services such as GO-JEK and Grab rides.
In addition, Gett, Hailo, and MyTaxi have also gotten expanded availability inside the Google Maps app. The improvements are only visible to users from outside the US, mainly in European and Asian markets.
Not long ago, Google Maps added support for areas of interest, which would allow users to see which area in the city is the most populated and where most activities are organized.
