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Android Authority
12 hours ago
- Automotive
- Android Authority
Google says pick Maps or Waze in the car — here's how I use both
Andy Walker / Android Authority 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, it does have some silly limitations that hamper the latter. Google Maps is my primary navigation platform. It's what my Android Auto instance boots into, and I don't necessarily have a problem with that. It's relatively reliable for daily commutes and has an approachable, familiar visual design. Still, I've also grown fond of Waze's focus on driving tools, audio alerts, and broader voice actor selection. It's also arguably the better option for longer trips. Do you want more Waze features in Google Maps? 0 votes Yes. I prefer using Maps but I do miss Waze's features when I use it. NaN % Yes, I think Google should just combine the two apps into one. NaN % No, it's not necessary. I'm happy to switch to the one I need. NaN % No, it doesn't matter to me. I don't use Google Maps or Waze. NaN % Both apps have pros and cons, but there's one big problem: Android Auto only allows one mapping app to be used at any time — you can't even run one in the background. It's either Maps or Waze. At least that's what it wants you to think. I've found a way to run Google Maps and Waze simultaneously while in the car, and here's how you can take advantage of this workaround too. Why I use both Waze and Google Maps while driving Andy Walker / Android Authority Google owns two navigation apps, each with its strengths and weaknesses; it just so happens that they complement each other. This presents a problem for drivers. You see, I like individual features and elements within each app. If I cherry-picked these and rolled them into a single product, I'd have an incredible driving app at my fingertips. Google Maps offers unrivalled points of interest insights, which I take full advantage of when dawdling through new towns. It's also easier to visualize traffic flow thanks to its green/yellow/red intensity scale. I can easily switch my gaze to my screen and back to gauge busy areas, keeping my eyes on the road for longer spells. Waze is an app made for driving, while Google Maps is a mapping app with a driving mode. When used together, they're brilliant. Waze, alternatively, offers a far richer experience for those actively invested in road conditions. It's sustained by its active and dedicated community, which contributes real-time information to the service. Users are encouraged to report incidents on a route, including potholes, traffic congestion, animals, stopped cars, fender benders, and even police presence. There are a slew of alert types, and each is useful. Waze also includes other must-have features, like speed limit warnings and a current speed readout. The former is something I've used so often, especially if I missed a limit sign or along regional roads undergoing maintenance. Andy Walker / Android Authority To describe each app in a sentence, Waze is an app made for driving, while Google Maps is a mapping app with a driving mode. Both have benefits. You can use them individually as Google intended, but they're so much better together. This problem arises when I'm in the car and choosing which app to use. As mentioned, Android Auto only allows me to run one navigation app, so I have to choose between the two or switch from one to the other. The latter option is a distraction, and that's where this workaround comes in. How to run Waze and Google Maps simultaneously in Android Auto cars Andy Walker / Android Authority In the image above, I'm using Google Maps on my car screen and Waze on my phone. I mute Google Maps' audio directions and turn Waze's on. I can then follow Maps' visual cues on my dashboard while hearing Waze's alerts and guidance. It's brilliant. With this workaround, I can run Google Maps on my car screen and still receive Waze's guidance and audio alerts. I should note that with this workaround, you can still only run a single mapping app on your Android Auto display. That isn't about to change due to the visual clutter two simultaneously running mapping apps would cause and the lack of screen resolution. However, the second app will run on your phone alongside it without issue. This works both ways, too. You can run Google Maps on your phone and Waze on your car's screen, or switch it around as I prefer. You can also choose your preferred audio guidance app. Which navigation app do you prefer? 1748 votes Google Maps 48 % Waze 47 % Neither, I use an alternative 4 % So, here's how to run both Google Maps and Waze within a car with Android Auto: Open Waze on your phone, and select a destination. Start navigation. Next, start your car and connect your phone to Android Auto. I have wireless Android Auto via a cheap dongle. Wired Android Auto users will need to connect the phone via a cable. Next, on the Android Auto screen, open Google Maps. Select the same destination that you did for Waze, and start navigation. Waze will continue running on your phone while Maps runs on the car's screen. I prefer Waze's audio guidance, so mute Google Maps and ensure that Waze's sounds are on. To run Google Maps on your phone and Waze on the car's screen, flip these instructions and start Maps on your phone first before connecting to Android Auto. While I use Google Maps and Waze as example apps, I have tried running OsmAnd on Android Auto with Waze, which also works. The app is perfect for viewing a road's surface and condition in the middle of the country. The best of both worlds? Not quite. Andy Walker / Android Authority I've spent months testing this setup, trying to break it or prove it useless, but I just can't find a game-breaking fault. This might be the best navigation trick I've ever stumbled upon. That being said, there are some caveats worth mentioning. Waze and Google Maps differ slightly when it comes to reading your position. For instance, I noticed that Waze can be a few meters behind Maps. We're talking 30 feet or less, but even so, the turn-by-turn navigation provided by Waze ensured that I took the correct turn, not the one before it, as Maps would sometimes fool me into. From disagreements to increased battery life, running Google Maps and Waze side-by-side does have some drawbacks. Google Maps and Waze often disagree on the best route, which can present a challenge when navigating the inner city. If you're in an unfamiliar urban area, I'd suggest running one or the other, not both. However, the two apps are perfect together when out on the open road or when few alternative paths exist. Andy Walker / Android Authority Then there's the practical implications of running a navigation app duo, both vying for CPU time, your GPS, and mobile data. This workaround uses a lot of battery life. AccuBattery claims Android Auto's discharge rate was 14.9%/h during a brief test session while using the workaround. This drained a sip of battery life in the less than half an hour required, but consider this discharge rate for longer journeys. My Galaxy S24 FE also runs hotter using this method, so be aware of your device's temperature when cruising in the summer. Google will likely never merge Waze's features into Maps, and that's probably for the best. Even though I often feel that its premier navigation app could use more dedicated driving smarts, it's an app built for all travelers — cyclists, walkers, commuters, not just drivers. I'm just happy I've found a workaround that works best for me on the road, and now you can enjoy it too. Follow
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Daily Briefing: The people of 'South Park' apologize
Good morning!🙋🏼♀️ I'm . Debate: Google Maps v. Waze. "South Park" tore into President Trump. Trump's visit marked just the fourth time a president has visited the Federal Reserve headquarters. WWE icon Hulk Hogan has died at the age of 71. 'South Park' creators 'apologize' for latest episode The day after one of the most controversial episodes in the show's history, 'South Park' creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone said 'we're terribly sorry" for the ruckus they caused. The Season 27 premiere of 'South Park' blasted President Donald Trump, showing him literally getting into bed naked with Satan, and referenced their Paramount bosses' settlement with the president, the '60 Minutes' flap and the surprise cancellation of CBS's "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert." It all followed an agreement between Paramount and the "South Park" creators for 50 new episodes and a lucrative new streaming deal on Paramount+. Trump's visit to Fed is latest twist in feud over interest rates President Trump and Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell clashed as they toured ongoing renovations of the Fed's headquarters, with the chairman correcting the president over the scale of cost overruns. It's not unprecedented for U.S. presidents to push for lower interest rates boost the economy. But no president has tried to bully a Fed chief as persistently and overtly. Hard hats on: Trump has relentlessly criticized Powell for not lowering interest rates, labeling the Fed chairman "too late" for holding interest rates steady. Why the costly reno? The Fed has said the more than 33% increase in cost was due to design changes, costs of materials, equipment and labor and other 'unforeseen conditions' such as more asbestos than anticipated and toxic contamination in soil. Trump said the cost overruns are not something to be fired over. Powell has cited anticipated rising inflation from Trump's massive tariffs on imports as a reason to keep the rates unchanged. Inflation accelerated in June, the highest annual inflation rate since February. More news to know now Trump heads to Scotland on Friday. Golf is likely on the agenda. Israel and the U.S. recalled teams from Gaza truce talks. Jeffrey Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell met with the DOJ. A college sports executive order addresses NIL and pay-for-play. What's the weather today? . Blistering heat may grip your city this weekend An unrelenting heat wave that has baked the Midwest for days promises temperatures approaching 100 degrees in New York, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., on Friday. Record high temperatures are "likely to be challenged" in parts of the Northeast over the next two days, meteorologists said, and all regions affected are also likely to see some record warm minimum temperatures broken. A "heat dome" has mixed a cocktail of high heat and humidity to push heat indices over 100 degrees in many areas. Advocates for homeless react to executive order 'The safest communities are those with the most housing and resources, not those that make it a crime to be poor or sick ... People need stable housing and access to healthcare. Rather, Trump's actions will force more people into homelessness, divert taxpayer money away from people in need, and make it harder for local communities to solve homelessness." ~ Jesse Rabinowitz of the National Homelessness Law Center, in reaction to Trump's executive action on Thursday making it easier for cities and states to remove homeless people from the streets. Today's talkers Candace Owens responded to a defamation lawsuit filed by the French president and first lady. In "Sorry Baby," Eva Victor crafts comedy out of trauma. RFK Jr. works out in jeans. We tried it. It didn't go well. The complications of "penis filler" are horrifying doctors. Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift "had some adventures this offseason". Hulk Hogan, WWE Hall of Famer and wrestling legend, dies at 71 Wrestling icon Hulk Hogan died at the age of 71 after suffering cardiac arrest. Considered one of the most popular pro wrestlers of all time, Hogan was instrumental in the rise of pro wrestling's popularity, considered one of the first larger-than-life personas. He influenced several stars that joined the business after him. Column: Hogan changed wrestling. His legacy won't be remembered for it. Hogan was not immune to controversy and criticism, from a racist tirade/sex tape to abuse of power within pro wrestling. Hogan's five most memorable movie roles. (He got crushed in "Rocky III"). Photo of the day: Alone at the front of the pack Tadej Pogačar didn't win the hardest stage of the 2025 Tour de France on Thursday, but the defending champion and this year's favorite showed again that there's likely nobody capable of taking the yellow jersey from him. Riders had to overcome 5,450 meters in climbs up three different summits. Nicole Fallert is a newsletter writer at USA TODAY, sign up for the email here. Want to send Nicole a note? Shoot her an email at NFallert@ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: 'South Park', Trump, Powell, interest rates, inflation, Fed, Hulk Hogan, heat wave, Taylor Swift: Daily Briefing
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Daily Briefing: The people of 'South Park' apologize
Good morning!🙋🏼♀️ I'm . Debate: Google Maps v. Waze. "South Park" tore into President Trump. Trump's visit marked just the fourth time a president has visited the Federal Reserve headquarters. WWE icon Hulk Hogan has died at the age of 71. 'South Park' creators 'apologize' for latest episode The day after one of the most controversial episodes in the show's history, 'South Park' creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone said 'we're terribly sorry" for the ruckus they caused. The Season 27 premiere of 'South Park' blasted President Donald Trump, showing him literally getting into bed naked with Satan, and referenced their Paramount bosses' settlement with the president, the '60 Minutes' flap and the surprise cancellation of CBS's "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert." It all followed an agreement between Paramount and the "South Park" creators for 50 new episodes and a lucrative new streaming deal on Paramount+. Trump's visit to Fed is latest twist in feud over interest rates President Trump and Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell clashed as they toured ongoing renovations of the Fed's headquarters, with the chairman correcting the president over the scale of cost overruns. It's not unprecedented for U.S. presidents to push for lower interest rates boost the economy. But no president has tried to bully a Fed chief as persistently and overtly. Hard hats on: Trump has relentlessly criticized Powell for not lowering interest rates, labeling the Fed chairman "too late" for holding interest rates steady. Why the costly reno? The Fed has said the more than 33% increase in cost was due to design changes, costs of materials, equipment and labor and other 'unforeseen conditions' such as more asbestos than anticipated and toxic contamination in soil. Trump said the cost overruns are not something to be fired over. Powell has cited anticipated rising inflation from Trump's massive tariffs on imports as a reason to keep the rates unchanged. Inflation accelerated in June, the highest annual inflation rate since February. More news to know now Trump heads to Scotland on Friday. Golf is likely on the agenda. Israel and the U.S. recalled teams from Gaza truce talks. Jeffrey Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell met with the DOJ. A college sports executive order addresses NIL and pay-for-play. What's the weather today? . Blistering heat may grip your city this weekend An unrelenting heat wave that has baked the Midwest for days promises temperatures approaching 100 degrees in New York, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., on Friday. Record high temperatures are "likely to be challenged" in parts of the Northeast over the next two days, meteorologists said, and all regions affected are also likely to see some record warm minimum temperatures broken. A "heat dome" has mixed a cocktail of high heat and humidity to push heat indices over 100 degrees in many areas. Advocates for homeless react to executive order 'The safest communities are those with the most housing and resources, not those that make it a crime to be poor or sick ... People need stable housing and access to healthcare. Rather, Trump's actions will force more people into homelessness, divert taxpayer money away from people in need, and make it harder for local communities to solve homelessness." ~ Jesse Rabinowitz of the National Homelessness Law Center, in reaction to Trump's executive action on Thursday making it easier for cities and states to remove homeless people from the streets. Today's talkers Candace Owens responded to a defamation lawsuit filed by the French president and first lady. In "Sorry Baby," Eva Victor crafts comedy out of trauma. RFK Jr. works out in jeans. We tried it. It didn't go well. The complications of "penis filler" are horrifying doctors. Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift "had some adventures this offseason". Hulk Hogan, WWE Hall of Famer and wrestling legend, dies at 71 Wrestling icon Hulk Hogan died at the age of 71 after suffering cardiac arrest. Considered one of the most popular pro wrestlers of all time, Hogan was instrumental in the rise of pro wrestling's popularity, considered one of the first larger-than-life personas. He influenced several stars that joined the business after him. Column: Hogan changed wrestling. His legacy won't be remembered for it. Hogan was not immune to controversy and criticism, from a racist tirade/sex tape to abuse of power within pro wrestling. Hogan's five most memorable movie roles. (He got crushed in "Rocky III"). Photo of the day: Alone at the front of the pack Tadej Pogačar didn't win the hardest stage of the 2025 Tour de France on Thursday, but the defending champion and this year's favorite showed again that there's likely nobody capable of taking the yellow jersey from him. Riders had to overcome 5,450 meters in climbs up three different summits. Nicole Fallert is a newsletter writer at USA TODAY, sign up for the email here. Want to send Nicole a note? Shoot her an email at NFallert@ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: 'South Park', Trump, Powell, interest rates, inflation, Fed, Hulk Hogan, heat wave, Taylor Swift: Daily Briefing Solve the daily Crossword
USA Today
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Daily Briefing: The people of 'South Park' apologize
Good morning!🙋🏼♀️ I'm Nicole Fallert. Debate: Google Maps v. Waze. 'South Park' creators 'apologize' for latest episode The day after one of the most controversial episodes in the show's history, 'South Park' creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone said 'we're terribly sorry" for the ruckus they caused. The Season 27 premiere of 'South Park' blasted President Donald Trump, showing him literally getting into bed naked with Satan, and referenced their Paramount bosses' settlement with the president, the '60 Minutes' flap and the surprise cancellation of CBS's "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert." It all followed an agreement between Paramount and the "South Park" creators for 50 new episodes and a lucrative new streaming deal on Paramount+. The episode ended with the people of South Park settling with Trump and agreeing to do pro-Trump messaging as part of their deal. Trump's visit to Fed is latest twist in feud over interest rates President Trump and Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell clashed as they toured ongoing renovations of the Fed's headquarters, with the chairman correcting the president over the scale of cost overruns. The takeaway: It's not unprecedented for U.S. presidents to push for lower interest rates boost the economy. But no president has tried to bully a Fed chief as persistently and overtly. More news to know now What's the weather today? Check your local forecast here. Blistering heat may grip your city this weekend An unrelenting heat wave that has baked the Midwest for days promises temperatures approaching 100 degrees in New York, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., on Friday. Record high temperatures are "likely to be challenged" in parts of the Northeast over the next two days, meteorologists said, and all regions affected are also likely to see some record warm minimum temperatures broken. A "heat dome" has mixed a cocktail of high heat and humidity to push heat indices over 100 degrees in many areas. And the heat dome could linger. Advocates for homeless react to executive order ~ Jesse Rabinowitz of the National Homelessness Law Center, in reaction to Trump's executive action on Thursday making it easier for cities and states to remove homeless people from the streets. Today's talkers Hulk Hogan, WWE Hall of Famer and wrestling legend, dies at 71 Wrestling icon Hulk Hogan died at the age of 71 after suffering cardiac arrest. Considered one of the most popular pro wrestlers of all time, Hogan was instrumental in the rise of pro wrestling's popularity, considered one of the first larger-than-life personas. He influenced several stars that joined the business after him. Read more about his life and legacy. Photo of the day: Alone at the front of the pack Tadej Pogačar didn't win the hardest stage of the 2025 Tour de France on Thursday, but the defending champion and this year's favorite showed again that there's likely nobody capable of taking the yellow jersey from him. Riders had to overcome 5,450 meters in climbs up three different summits. Pogačar's lead leaves little room for drama with just three stages remaining. Nicole Fallert is a newsletter writer at USA TODAY, sign up for the email here. Want to send Nicole a note? Shoot her an email at NFallert@
USA Today
5 days ago
- Automotive
- USA Today
Google Maps vs. Waze vs. Apple Maps: Which navigation app is best for driving in 2025?
Which app should you choose to get you to your next destination? Navigation apps get drivers to their destinations highlighting alternative routes, disruptions, speed limits, and other useful information. These apps can be integrated into the infotainment screens of your vehicle using Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, allowing for user-friendly navigation in vehicles. Android users can choose between Google Maps and Waze, while Apple users have a third option: Apple Maps. How do the three types of navigation systems compare and is there a definitive better option? Google Maps is the most popular navigation app Google's navigation web mapping service launched in February 2005 as a desktop solution to "get people from point A to point B," according to a post from Google's The Keyword blog. Two decades later, it's now the most popular navigation app in the world. Google Maps went mobile in 2007. In 2009, the app offered turn-by-turn navigation, completely changing the game. Google launched offline maps in 2015, making turn-by-turn directions accessible even without an internet connection. Google Maps was downloaded over 21 million times in 2023, according to a study by Statista. The web-based mapping service helps millions of people travel via bus, train, car, or on foot every day. Waze is a community-driven navigation app Over 9 million users downloaded the Waze app in the U.S. back in 2023, according to Statista. Waze was created in 2008 and sold to Google in 2013, said Investopedia. The navigation app sources real-time data from its community to update drivers on speed traps, accidents, and more. The app also allows drivers to store contacts and keep tabs on other users in their vicinity. It's more social than other navigation apps like Google Maps and Apple Maps because it creates a sense of community among drivers looking to avoid obstacles on their journeys. Additionally, Waze allows users to plan their drives monitoring traffic and estimated arrival times. This feature can help drivers save some time and avoid sitting in traffic. Apple Maps: The native navigation app of America's best-selling smartphone Apple Maps was later to the game than both Google Maps and Waze, released in 2012 as a part of Apple's iOS 6. The first iteration featured 3D maps, turn-by-turn navigation, and support from Siri, Apple's virtual assistant. It was initially met with some skepticism due to software bugs. In 2020, Apple redesigned its Maps app to include more advanced features. Today, the application has a loyal following of millions of die-hard iPhone fans. Which navigation app is better for drivers? 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. While every driver may have a favorite navigation app, it can be helpful to have multiple options downloaded on your device. Each popular navigation app has its own unique quirks. The navigation app that's native to your device may provide the best user experience, but it doesn't hurt to have an additional navigation app to access different features.
