I used Google Maps for years, but grew tired of how often it led me into unexpected traffic jams and hazards on my daily routes. I wanted a navigation app that updated in real time, so I tried Waze.

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Most people know Google Maps as the go-to app for driving directions. It helps you avoid traffic, find the fastest route, and ...

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Google Assistant is gradually making way for Gemini, and now that the driving mode is gone, the new assistant should become responsible for the interaction with Google Maps later this year.

Google Maps is one of the best (and most-used) navigation apps. It is preinstalled on most Android smartphones and is often the first app you open when navigating to a location.

Apple Maps vs Google Maps: Compare driving, public transport, features, and usability to find the best navigation app for your needs.

In 2022, Google killed the Assistant Driving Mode Dashboard (seen below). This homescreen of sorts provided a map, audio controls and other media suggestions, and shortcuts for calling and texting.

American computer magazine PC Mag called Google Maps the "best overall" navigation app in 2024. That said, the magazine acknowledges Waze as the best navigation app for daily driving.