Google Navigation Reroutes Based on Traffic

Today Google released an update for the Navigation app in Google Maps. The changes implement a completely new method for rerouting no longer based on simply distance or preferences. Now when your phone’s GPS reevaluates your route it will consider traffic in its calculations. This is not to say that the fastest route as well as alternates will not also be considered, the new system will simply do these things based on perimeters having to do with current and historical traffic conditions for the route you specify. You know what this means? You can get to work faster!!! Yay!

Summary and Downloads:

Application: Google Maps with Navigation
Developer: Google Inc.
Cost: FREE

Source: Google Mobile Blog

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Jacob Cunningham

I'm an avid technology lover. My first Android device was a G1; I fell in love (except for the battery), next I got a Samsung Captivate; error in judgment on my behalf, now I've moved on to the MyTouch 4G; which I absolutely love. What started with me just needing some kind of phone to use, i.e. free G1, ended with a new addiction.... I also enjoy long walks on the beach and luxurious bubble baths.... Oh wait.

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