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UK Androids Receive Google Maps Navigation

by Douglas Carter on Apr 21, 2010 9:35:45 PM — read 2,116 times

Last night Google Maps Navigation 4.1.1 Beta was quietly delivered to UK devices in an update which gives free navigation services. Engadget reports that the service also works on devices with version 4.1.0. Also in development is an enhancement of the app for bicyclists.

TalkAndroid summed up some of the update's features well, saying:

Using both vector and StreetView mapping for easy navigation around the UK, the app also includes voice search along with searching the route ahead to let you know about local hotels, petrol stations or restaurants that you might encounter on your journey.

In a related article on EuroDroid, Google Maps UK head man Steve Lee told ZDNetUK that roundabouts are one of the reasons for the delay in launching the update.

Other Sources: EuroDroid, Phandroid, TalkAndroid, ZDNet

Image from Engadget

Source: Engadget   |   Tags:   Android 2.1   Europe   Google   Google Maps   HTC Desire   Nexus One

Comments

Apr 22, 2010 6:34:47 PM

Please Google bring it to Austria and Germany soon!!!

Apr 22, 2010 6:37:35 PM

Yes, absolutely. I am waiting for it so badly.

Apr 22, 2010 8:30:01 PM — Edited on Apr 22, 2010 8:30:11 PM

You can try the Google Navi Hack in the meantime:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=630887

Sep 10, 2011 5:31:59 PM

yes its wonderfull i use it and its better than most normal sat navs coz u can serch for a resturant or a place in google and get direction for that place.
recomanded!!!!

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