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Google Maps in Android is Updated with WiFi Only Mode and Mass Transit Delay

Home » Google Maps in Android is Updated with WiFi Only Mode and Mass Transit Delay

Google Maps is actually a boon from Google. Whenever we are lost somewhere or when we want to go to some unknown places, we used to look on Google Maps to have an idea about the available routes and transit modes. It is actually helpful for travelers and tourists while travelling. They are actually saved from asking unknown people for the route and melts down the language issue on those situations.

Recently Google has updated its Android version of Google Maps with certain modifications. As per the roll-out information it is known not every Google Map user is lucky enough to enjoy the update. Still the roll out is in progress and it is expected that very soon every user of Google Maps will be able enjoy the update.

 

WiFi Only Mode

There used to be an option named Offline Areas in Google Maps. But with the recent update this option is replaced with Wi-Fi Only Option. So now when you open up the Settings Screen, you will see Wi-Fi only as second option there. This can be used wherever you can access Wi-Fi  connectivity.  Google Maps in Android is Updated with WiFi Only Mode and Mass Transit DelayEven after selecting this option, you will be showed a remainder that Google Maps will still utilize meager amount of data from your data pack.

By turning on Wi-Fi only Mode will obviously cut the usage of data from your data pack. If you still tap somewhere on the description will eventually unveil the screen that shows the offline areas. Till the time Wi-Fi Only mode is turned on, you can see a small bar on the top of your smartphone display showing the exact and current status.

Notifications for Mass Transit Delays

Regarding this update certain conflicts have been reported. Some have reported that they experienced turn-off of their display when they tried this. This might be a single incident. Anyway the update comes handy especially when you are travelling. It updates you with recent transit delays and also shows you alternate routes to reach your destination without much delay. Also this updates with the train timings and alert you with the current position of trains and even buses, the time it will take to reach your destinations and so.

Compatibility

All you have to be care is to have a Google Maps of v9.32 and above installed in your Android Smartphone.

 

  • By Jinnia Gupta Roy
  • In Technology
  • — 4 Aug, 2016

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