Waze

Add a bit of character to your maps and traffic information with Waze.

This is perhaps one of the fun GPS apps to use, but there are so many details that it's sometimes overwhelming and hard to get used to the concept until you figure out what all of the icons are about. You can stay in contact with other drivers who are in the area so that you can all stay informed of road conditions and any traffic issues that might make your commute slow.

While using Waze, you can view street maps with fun cartoon characters that represent the other drivers. There is a destination screen where you enter the destination where you're going. You will see the estimated time of arrival, pictures of the area and if there are any incidents on the roads on the route. Another menu gives you an option to report an incident, such as a traffic accident or a road hazard. There is also an officer icon to call for emergency assistance. If there's a better route, then you will receive information from other drivers. Another feature of Waze is that you can view the lowest prices of gas in the area.

Pros

• Connect with drivers
• View lowest gas
• Get information about your route

Cons

• Updates can be slow
• Sometimes waits to tell you directions

Saving time & avoiding traffic is even easier with this update:

Fixed a bug to ensure sound and voice settings are displayed correctly