indianexpress : Google Maps for Android gets SD card support and WiFi only mode

Google Maps for Android gets SD card support and WiFi only mode

Google Maps has rolled out new offline features – SD card support and WiFi only mode – for Android that will allow users to save data on-the-go.Google Maps has rolled out new offline features – SD card support and WiFi only mode – for Android that will allow users to save data on-the-go.Google Maps has rolled out new offline features – SD card support and WiFi only mode – for Android that will allow users to save data on-the-go.

Google Maps for Android is now even better without data service

The latest update for Google Maps for Android comes with two new features that make it much more useful to those with budget smartphones and limited data plans, and one that will make traveling through East Asia much easier.Google Maps now includes a Wi-Fi-only mode, where maps are only downloaded when the device is connected to a wireless network.This feature has been in the pipeline for at least a month now.

Google Maps for Android Gets New Offline Features in India

Google on Tuesday expanded the offline features of Google Maps for India.Now, Android users in the country will be able to turn on Wi-Fi only mode, and, also save maps to their SD card for offline access.Announcing the new Google Maps offline features in an emailed statement, the search giant said they are most useful when travelling in areas without data.