ZDNET's key takeaways Waze is great for fast reroutes and real-time driver alerts.Google Maps has deep Gemini integeration ...

These dependable map apps help you avoid traffic jams and get you where you need to go with ease, but which should you download? I tested both and found a clear winner.

In 2025, a navigation app is no longer just a digital map — it’s an ai-powered travel assistant that brings together real-time traffic conditions, offline maps, advanced route planning, 3D maps, ...

Despite its litany of flaws, I love Android Auto. It makes driving more enjoyable by offering easy access to my music collection and putting important navigation information front and center. However, ...

TomTom GO Navigation has long been considered a top Google Maps alternative on iPhone and Android, and the version aimed at CarPlay and Android Auto users allowed the app to expand deeper into the ...

After all these years, Waze continues to be one of the best navigation apps available on Android and iOS. Despite Google Maps having attained many of Waze's best features, the company continues to ...

Google Maps is, by design, an essential app for millions of users worldwide. While many people use it to explore a certain region from the comfort of their living rooms, others rely on the app for ...

Android Auto works well if you know how to use it -- try these tips, tweaks, and adjustments to get an easier, safer driving ...

Google appears to have started working on step-by-step navigation on Android XR glasses using Google Maps and Gemini.

Android Auto has become one of the most useful tools for modern drivers, allowing smartphones to seamlessly integrate with car infotainment systems. It provides access to navigation, calls, messages, ...