Jon has been an author at Android Police since 2021. He primarily writes features and editorials covering the latest Android news, but occasionally reviews hardware and Android apps. His favorite ...

When you think of navigation, two names come to mind — Google Maps and TomTom. One is the most widely used navigation app in the United States, and the other is one of the most well-known sat nav ...

Google Maps remains the go-to option for most Android Auto users, despite many other apps, including Waze, improving significantly in cars where Google's phone mirroring software is available. However ...

I did a quick test of this hidden Google Maps feature in the car from my house to my in-laws on streets I already knew. I ...

UPDATE (October 3, 2025): The Google Maps app has its media controls back, after a bug created a notable problem. Read more about it at the end of the article. Summary: Google Maps, the company’s web ...

A Google Maps bug is reportedly crashing the app when searching for directions via public transit. The bug appears to be affecting users across various regions, including the US, the UK, and Germany.

My Maps is a hugely powerful custom maps creation tool that Google has forgotten about. Here's how I use it to level up Google Maps.

Anu is a Features author at Android Police. You'll find her writing in-depth pieces about automation tools, productivity apps, and explainers. Before joining AP, she used to write for prominent tech ...

Whether you're using the speedometer in your car or using the speed display in Google Maps, you might wonder which is more ...