Trying to understand how a map relates to what’s on the ground can be tricky. It requires the brain to do a lot of stuff that it doesn’t customarily do on a day-to-day basis. (This is one of the ...

With the debut of iOS 7 and OS X Mavericks, Apple's Maps app is now on both platforms, allowing you to share location-based information across devices via your iCloud account. One handy feature is the ...

Smartphones may mean never having to ask for directions, but it can still be tricky to relay exactly where you are at any given moment to friends and family trying to find you. iPhone users can share ...

As in March, Apple at WWDC showcased a swath of new apps that take advantage of everything iPhone OS 3.0 can do. AppleInsider has some of the highlights, including the first-ever true, turn-by-turn ...

A 2024 survey conducted by United Tires found that 61% of American drivers use GPS at least once per week. Google Maps was the most popular app choice, used by 63% of drivers, followed by Apple Maps, ...

Alex Roddie takes a look at seven of the best hiking apps to help you find your way in the mountains as an additional ...

Picture this: You’re stopped at a red light when you decide to alter your route. Are you legally allowed to check Google Maps on your smartphone? Or do you risk getting a ticket for using a map app?

Stunning data visualisations from OS show where people went across Britain, with a third of all routes shared by OS Map app users located in National Parks. Did you know with a Digital subscription to ...

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. To many drivers, firing up your favorite GPS app before hitting the road feels like second nature. Nearly 1 billion people across the ...