Google Has Just Released Google Maps 4.2 for BlackBerry
A month ago, Google unleashed Google Maps 4.2 for Android, a mobile version which offers a number of new features. And now, Google has just announced that it released Google Maps 4.2 for BlackBerry, offering the same functionality of Google Maps 4.2 to BlackBerry users.
There are a number of new Google Maps 4.2 features available for BlackBerry. First is absolutely biking directions. Biking directions were included to Google Maps (the desktop version) back in March. Since then, the folks at Google has been hard at work attempting to port the same functionality to the Android and then to the BlackBerry.
“If you’ve been using Google Maps on your computer to get biking directions, trails, and lanes, you can now head out for a ride using just your BlackBerry. When getting directions in Google Maps, just choose to travel by bicycle to get an optimal bicycling route in the U.S. If you’re in the mood for a more scenic ride, you’ll also see the Bicycling layer on the map which shows dedicated bike-only trails (dark green), roads with bike lanes (light green), or roads that are good for biking but lack a dedicated lane (dashed green),” explained Product Manager on the Google Mobile Team, Michael Siliski.
Another feature you can see from Google Maps 4.2 for BlackBerry is a fresh list view of search results. If you search for something from your blackberry device, you’ll see the list view of results has been redesigned – it now comes with images and ratings. Choose certain result and you’ll notice a simplified search results page with nice buttons for directions, calling, and many more.
If you discover an amazing place, you could share it with your buddies – yes this is another new feature on Google Maps 4.2 for BlackBerry. You could send a certain place’s info by email or text message through the new “share this place” option. You’re able to share any location – bars, cafes, trails, lanes or the spot where you’re right now.
If you want to try Google Maps 4.2 for BlackBerry out, all you need is fire up the BlackBerry’s browser and visit m/google.com/maps. If you need additional information on Google Maps 4.2 for BlackBerry, you can get it here.