Better in all the right ways.

Google Maps isn't the only fish in the pond.

I've been an Android user for my entire smartphone-using life. I've been writing for Android Police since 2021 with a focus on smartphones, tablets, and smart home technology. In addition to writing ...

I’ve come to realize that convenience often carries a healthy dose of mediocrity, and Google Maps might be the undisputed king of it. Google Maps is what I’d call good enough software. It’s definitely ...

While most people associate Google Maps with real-time navigation, the app has packed in plenty of features over the years. While some of these are related to its main purpose, like offline maps, ...

Android Auto's biggest update in a long time is here, bringing a redesigned interface, new features, and significant ...

Michelle is Lifehacker's Associate Tech Editor, and has been reviewing games, laptops, phones, and more for over 10 years. She is based in New York City and holds a master's degree from NYU. February ...

Android Auto users have come across another mysterious glitch, and as it typically happens in the Google world, nobody knows what's causing it. Android Auto bugs are nothing new, and users have ...

Did you know that Google Maps has a robust custom map creation tool? I don’t blame you if you don’t; Google doesn’t exactly make it easy to discover or use. Nevertheless, My Maps allows users to ...

Google Maps vs. Waze: I've driven with the two best navigation apps, and one is much better ...