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What maps app do you use (slrpnk.net)

submitted 2 days ago by JustJack23@slrpnk.net to c/privacy@lemmy.ml

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After the news that Google maps will rename the gulf of Mexico to the gulf of America I finally decided to change maps app(not confirmed).

What recommendations do you have? What to look out for?

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[–] SomeAmateur@sh.itjust.works 5 points 2 days ago

If you are trying to minimize google maps use Organic Maps is the way to go imo. Fast loading, simple slick interface with minimal fuss. It's a beautiful thing!

OSMand is not nearly as slick and polished and is kind of clunky by comparison. That is because it isn't trying to be like Google maps at all. It runs fine straight from the app store but the real beauty of it is the tinkering it allows. You can make multiple map presets fine tuned the way you like it. It's the midpoint between Organic Maps and ATAK