Stepping away from Google Maps led me to some hidden-gem alternatives and also some dealbreakers. You may find my final choice surprising.

A capable map app will save you time (and your sanity), but which one is best at dodging all the holiday season traffic? I tested both, and there's a clear winner.

This free trip-planning supplement helps you find all sorts of interesting stops along whatever route you’re taking.

The irony is that Google Maps remains impossible for me to delete. It lives in my dock because it stopped being a navigator ...

Google is finally working to bring all its great Maps imagery to the Find Hub, including traffic and satellite view.

Keep your hands on the wheel while chatting with Gemini about your route and destination -- or have it handle your to-do list ...

Roger is a long-time tech journalist with many site credits including AppleInsider and Android Authority. His specialties include everything from Apple, Android, and Windows devices through to ...