The world of navigation is currently undergoing a subtle revolution. Until now, there are a huge number of programs that work exclusively with an Internet connection. This, of course, is not bad, but far from always and not everywhere the Internet is at hand. And professional devices oriented by satellites are useless for the average user. However, there are applications that can work offline. The best of them is Maps. Me. We will analyze reviews about this wonderful application in the article, but first we will find out what kind of program it is.
What is Maps. Me?
So, the Maps. Me application is a navigator that can work offline. True, for such work you will need to download maps first. But then positioning and route planning takes place without the participation of the Internet. Activatedonly GPS. It is very comfortable. Here are the features of the app:
- Accurate determination of the user's location. The program is able to establish the location of a person (or his phone) with an accuracy of several meters. GPS capabilities are used for positioning.
- Paving the route. Maps. Me, which we will review a little later, is able to plot a route of any complexity from point A to point B. At the same time, the application tries to choose the shortest route.
- Displaying infrastructure on maps. The app uses maps that are very detailed. They even contain infrastructure facilities: cafes, restaurants, gas stations, attractions and more.
- Information about traffic jams and accidents. A very useful option for motorists. The application shows the situation on the roads. If there are any traffic jams or accidents, the program will notify the user.
- You can download the guide. Along with the maps, you can download a guide to a particular country. It will show all sights, museums and other objects of interest to the tourist.
This rich functionality makes Maps. Me more interesting than Google Maps. Why, even the legendary Navitel has never made such unique applications or devices. And now it's time to see what users say about this application. Do they share the enthusiasm of other users? Let's try to figure it out.
Feedback on the app interface
First, let's see what users say about the interface of the Maps. Me application on "Android". User reviews are unambiguous: the interface is very convenient and well-made. All the necessary tools and functions are at hand. And this is the most important thing. Another feature is the presence of the Russian language. Users (especially our compatriots) are very happy about this fact. This makes the application more user friendly. In general, everything is in order with the interface of the application. There are not as many ads as in other programs. However, some users say that the design of the application itself is very boring. Designers clearly did not apply fantasy. And for some this is a negative point. But do not forget that we have a specialized application, not a game. His main goal is to do a good job. And beauty is a secondary matter. In general, the utility interface is well done. There is no discomfort when working with the application. Now let's move on to the rest of the features.
Feedback on card quality
Now let's talk about the quality of the maps that are provided by the Maps. Me application. User feedback in this regard is unequivocal: the cards are high quality and accurate. Users note that they are superior in accuracy to the famous maps from Google. And indeed, with the accuracy of the latter, not everything is as good as we would like. As for Maps. Me maps, they have one more advantage: they are schematic. There are no satellite images. This made it possible to significantly reduce the size of the maps. Users also liked what was on the cardsinfrastructure objects are displayed. This is a very useful feature for tourists and travelers. It is worth noting that the most important objects are displayed. There are no small shops there. But this is good, as it also reduces the size of the map. At the first start, the application automatically downloads a general world map and a map of the country in which the user is currently located. If you need to go to another country, then it will be enough to download the appropriate map in advance. Then the Internet will no longer be needed. This approach is why users love Maps. Me. However, consider other features of the application.
App Reviews
How about working offline? What do those who often use Maps. Me for iPhone say? Reviews in this regard are pretty good. Many users indicate that the application quickly finds the necessary satellites and quite accurately determines the current location of a person. The program behaves in the same way when plotting a route. It only takes her a few seconds to find the shortest route to her destination. Moreover, the route is laid taking into account all traffic jams and obstacles along the route. The application has no problems with this. Also, users note the excellent responsiveness of the interface. You never have to wait long to open a tool. The application slows down a bit only when downloading new maps from the Internet. That's when small bugs become noticeable. And in offline mode, the speed of the program is all right. Butnow it's time to move on to the rest of the app's features.
Feedback on the option to display traffic jams and accidents
Maps. Me, reviews of which we are reviewing, have one very useful option for motorists: they show all kinds of traffic jams on the route and accidents that have occurred on the road. This helps to correctly assess the situation on the road and change the route on the fly if the movement along the selected trajectory is difficult or non-existent. Users note that the traffic jam service works well and adequately shows all possible problems. However, at the same time, they note one very major drawback: the traffic jam service works only when connected to the Internet. In offline mode, the application simply has nowhere to get up-to-date information. But on the other hand, you can be sure that traffic jams and accidents will not threaten.
Guide reviews
Navigation in Maps. Me, which we review, is far from the only option of the application. There is also a very useful thing for tourists - guidebooks. Users note that these same guides are incredibly accurate. They not only have mapped locations of attractions and museums of a particular city, but they also have detailed historical information about the most famous artifacts. Of course, historical description is not available everywhere. For example, comprehensive information is provided about the Winter Palace or the Colosseum. But about some hut in Razliv - there is nothing. But thisunderstandable, because all the information cannot be placed in a regular mobile application. Users note only one drawback of guides - their volume is quite large, so they have to download for a long time. And it’s not a fact that they will fit on a smartphone. There may simply not be enough memory.
Reviews about autonomy
Probably the most important parameter. How the Maps. Me navigator, reviews of which we consider in the framework of this article, affects the autonomy of the device. In this issue, almost all users indicate that the application "eats" the battery very briskly. For an hour of active use, most of the charge can fly away. And this is with the internet off. Apparently, the developers have not fully optimized their offspring. So when working with Maps. Me, you should stock up on an external battery.
Verdict
The Maps. Me app, which we just reviewed, is a great option for tourists and those who love to travel. It has a huge set of the most requested features and is completely free. It can plot routes, display the user's location, show infrastructure, provide information about traffic jams and accidents, show nearby attractions and provide historical information about them using a guide. The program has only one drawback so far: it has a very strong (and negative) effect on the autonomy of the gadget. The rest is quite a successful program from respected developers.
Conclusion
So let's summarize. The Maps. Me application, the reviews of which we analyzed, is very popular among users. It also has an impressive set of options and is completely free. Those who love to travel should definitely install it on their smartphone.
