Few people want to memorize a paper map before traveling on an unfamiliar route. And there is no need to memorize, because there are special programs for navigation that contain information about all known roads. They will help you find the best path to your destination.
Introducing five best free and shareware GPS navigation softwarewhich can be used by Russian motorists. All apps are designed for Android devices.
5. Maps.Me
The app used to cost $ 4.99 on the Play Store, but then the developers made it completely free. This is one of the best Android apps, with a clean and simple user interface. It can work offline and includes features such as displaying metro stations, ATMs, gas stations and even fountains. Maps are downloaded from the OpenStreetMap service, which is updated daily by users.
4. Yandex.Navigator
A pleasant male or female voice (at the user's choice) will prompt the desired turn, and the indicator on the screen will indicate it. The route will be laid out taking into account traffic jams and traffic events. This option works in Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, Kazakhstan and Turkey. In offline mode, you can only view an electronic map; to build a route, Yandex.Navigator will need an Internet connection.
3. Sygic: GPS Navigation
It is one of the most popular offline navigation apps. The TomTom service allows you to download high definition maps for most countries in the world, and thanks to a recent update, the program can run on the latest Android OS Lollipop. Sygic is connected to the car radio via Bluetooth or USB-cable. The app also has paid content that allows you to get 3D maps, provides access to voice navigation, lane guidance and speed limit warnings.
2. CoPilot
Offers offline maps for most countries in the world. CoPilot can sync with social media accounts such as Facebook and Twitter, allowing the driver to indicate their location online. The application is also integrated with Google search and Wikipedia (useful for those who want to learn more about any city attraction or settlement) The first card is provided free of charge (you can choose from a specialized list), but you will have to pay for other cards. If you buy the premium version, you get an additional 12 months of free traffic information. Another advantage of CoPilot is the ability not to leave the application when making calls from a smartphone.
1. Navitel
Top 5 best apps for navigators 2015 is topped by the navigation system installed on most navigators sold in Russia. Includes high-precision maps of Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, France, Turkey, Germany, Azerbaijan and many other countries. The program does not need to be connected to the Network to work. After downloading the apk file, you need to download the maps to your computer, and then send them to your smartphone or tablet to the NavitelContent directory. Then a GPS satellite will come into play, and the driver's task is to build a route or find the desired object (POI). To speed up the rendering of maps in Navitel (starting from version 8), the OpenGL mode is responsible.Internet access is required if you want to use additional functions (update maps, get access to "Navitel.Traffic", "Navitel.Friends", "Navitel.Pogode"). You can use the application for free for a month, and for its further operation you will need to purchase a license.