Latest Google Maps 5.0 for Android

Google Maps 5.0 – the new version of the app that was recently demoed at the Le Web Conference as well as D: Dive into Mobile conference – is now available for download in the Android Market.

Two big new features in this release are 3D view and offline rerouting. The 3D view uses vector graphics to dynamically draw the map on the screen of your device. You can tilt it, rotate it and smoothly zoom in and out the map with finger gestures. Another new feature is the compass mode, which will make the map rotate to match your perspective, so you can get a better idea of where you are.

Also, you don’t have to worry (so much) about being offline, as the app now caches the areas next to the one you’re currently in, meaning you’ll be able to seamlessly keep navigating for a while even when offline. If you’re using Google’s (Google) turn-by-turn GPS navigation, the app can now calculate a different route, even if you’re offline. You still need a connection to start a route, however. This feature will be rolled out gradually over the next couple of weeks.

The new version of Google Maps (Google Maps) will work on Android (Android) 1.6 devices, but only owners of Android 2.0+ devices will be able to enjoy the new 3D and offline capabilities.

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Source: http://mashable.com