HERE 1.1.1031
It's a nifty and sleek app, a good competitor to Google Maps and even Waze, although the latter is a better navigator when it comes to taking traffic conditions and blocked roads into account. Still, because of its nice design and offline mode Here is definitely worth a try.
Beautiful and fluent design that makes navigation seamless
Here doesn't come with a tutorial or any kind of instructions to get you started, but instead it guides you with tips through all the features inside the app.
It doesn't really need online registration, you can explore the app without signing in to your account but if you wish to download maps, then you'll need to register with your Facebook profile or the old fashioned way, using an email address. In addition, you should tweak settings before using the app, switch from the metric to the imperial system if you wish.
Customize the app to your liking
The app also lets you pick the voice for the navigator, you can pick from all sort of voices and even have the app provide you with speed alerts. Day/night view is also available, the app can also be set to switch through the two modes automatically.
A side menu gives you access to maps, the navigation feature and it even has a section with favorite locations in the city, in your neighborhood or places in your to-do list. All these pins are located in the collections section. The app also provides users with routes for public transport or walking to the desired location.
Download locations and turn on the navigator
Here comes packed with all sort of maps that you can download on your device. It basically has maps to any country around the world and they're constantly updated with new information, so that the degree of accuracy would be really high.
You can have the maps saved on your SD card so that you wouldn't use up all of your storage space. In addition, you can use the app in offline mode to search, explore and navigate without consuming mobile data. The app may also be set to provide you with suggestions or restaurants, shopping centers, hotels, bars, basically anything that you might look for in a new city.
In conclusion, Here is a great navigation app that comes with offline use, perfect for when you're exploring a new city or need to try out a new route to various locations inside your currently residing city.
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Bottom Line
Design / UI9
The interface is really fluent, with plenty of icons on the screen but enough space to display maps. It also comes with automatic day/night view. |
Function9
It provides users with the option of downloading all sort of maps and using them offline, which is really great. |
Security8
It shouldn't pose any privacy issues, but it does need access to some areas that aren't connected to its features, like the list of contacts, text messages and call log. |
Battery7
Consumption is normal for a navigation app, if possible keep your phone plugged in. |
Price10
It's completely free of charge, no ads or in-app purchases whatsoever. |
Compatibility7
It needs devices running Android version 4.1 or later, making it inaccessible to some users. |
One of the best navigation apps that you'll find on the market.
Specifications
- price:
- 100% Free
- current version:
- 1.1.1031
- reviewed version:
- 1.1.1031
- developer:
- Nokia Apps LLC
- category:
- NAVIGATION
- os version req.:
- Android version 4.1 or later
- age rating:
- N/A
- in-app purchases:
- No
- hits:
- 615