Just days after Google released an update that brought Google Maps to Apple's CarPlay, Waze has now entered the fray. The popular mapping service has added support to Apple CarPlay, which users can download now. According to 9to5Mac, Waze for CarPlay comes with some unique features, including the ability to use the daytime map at night (or vice versa) and the ability to change the icon...
File this one under technology going wrong. A group of sight-seers driving through Vermont were using Waze when they were led straight into a frozen lake. First reported by USA Today, the three out-of-state sight-seers borrowed their friend's Jeep when they were visiting Vermont. The unlucky friend was Tara Guertin, who probably never expected her car to end up at the bottom of lake....
Waze has added a key feature many fans have been asking for: Spotify integration within the app. Waze and Spotify entered a partnership that promised to integrate their services, and the perk is now arriving to iOS users. The update directly links up Spotify playback within the Waze app, meaning you won’t have to switch between apps when needing to change a track. A small Spotify icon...
Following its arrival on Android a couple of months ago, Waze for iOS received an unusual update on Tuesday, bringing you the facility to receive turn-by-turn directions in your own voice. That's not even the best bit (yes, I'm being sarcastic). The firm's also giving you the option to share your custom-made voice commands with your family and friends — because that's exactly what your...
The introduction of beta testing for Waze on Android Auto two months ago stirred up hope it would soon be open to the general public. That has since turned into doubt with little progress being made. But there is new information regarding Waze on Android Auto that may reignite hope. According to 9to5Google, an anonymous source revealed beta testers have been given new instructions via...
Like the sound of your voice and think you can do better than Morgan Freeman? By all means, start giving yourself directions using Waze's latest feature, which allows users to give themselves turn-by-turn directions. In an update to Waze's Android app, a new feature makes it super easy to record turn-by-turn phrases, including "Turn right," "Stop," and more. In total, it's possible to...
Spotify has teamed up with Waze to make it easier than ever to control music while following directions. Both firms have started rolling out updates for their Android applications. Once installed, users will be able to navigate to a new destination from within the music-streaming client, or change tracks while following a route on the navigation platform. To encourage...
Waze recently published an infographic that provides some insight into when you should and shouldn’t drive during this Thanksgiving weekend. It compiled data from last year’s driving data across its network and used that to make recommendations on the best times to hit the road this season. Waze’s data is good stuff, too, considering it compiles information from millions of drivers...
Google has been quietly testing a new carpooling app based on its popular Waze navigation service that will compete with Uber, Lyft and other ride-hailing apps. Waze Rider is now open to the public in San Francisco. A reporter with The Wall Street Journal used the app to travel from San Francisco to Oakland. The ride cost just $3 thanks to an early launch promotion, and Google paid the...
Waze can already help you beat traffic, find the fastest route and even avoid the police. Now the Google-owned company is launching a new feature to help predict traffic and road closures caused by big events. The company’s new Waze Global Event Partner Program allows organizers to submit their events and list nearby streets and parking lots that could be affected. That way you’ll...