How often do you rely on Google Maps to navigate an unfamiliar road? Have you ever found yourself needing directions on a drive but unable to get any reception? In the US, you won't always have good ...

Getting lost in a strange place, surrounded by unfamiliar landmarks and people — or worse, being surrounded by nothing and nobody — can be scary. It's even worse if you're in a foreign country where ...

With more than a decade of experience, Nelson covers Apple and Google and writes about iPhone and Android features, privacy and security settings, and more. Summertime is in the air, and it's the ...

Through vast cross-country stretches or tight city streets, Google Maps and Waze guide you where you need to go—but which one ...

With more than a decade of experience, Nelson covers Apple and Google and writes about iPhone and Android features, privacy and security settings, and more. Memorial Day is almost here, announcing the ...

Google Maps is finally embracing offline mode, as the company reveals you can now download cities, counties, or countries, use turn-by-turn navigation, and search for specific locations — all without ...

The availability of up-to-date offline maps is often a game changer for drivers relying on sat-nav software. Without an Internet connection, applications like Google Maps, Apple Maps, and Waze can ...

Cell service is something we take for granted, until it's gone. Both Verizon and AT&T have had nationwide network outages this year, which disconnected millions of customers out of wifi range. It's ...

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 ...