Google Maps
Using Google Maps, you can locate your current position,
and search for places or routes to destinations.
• To use Google Maps, the terminal must be connected to a
Wi-Fi network or 3G network to enable data communication.
• Enable Google's location service and GPS satellites in the
Location services settings (
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P.154).
• Google Maps does not cover all countries and regions.
Opening Google Maps
Home screen
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[Google]
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[Maps]
A map is displayed.
• When [Improve My Location] is displayed, tap
[Settings] and enable Google's location service
and GPS satellites (
Z
P.154).
• Tap
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enter a keyword in the search box,
and red circles or a balloon will appear on the
map. Tap a red circle to show a balloon. Tap a
balloon to show detailed information and
options.
• Tap to display the map centered on your
location.
• You can start Local and search for nearby
restaurants, attractions, ATMs, gas stations, etc.
by tapping . Note that filtering results by
distance, rating or open hours may not work
correctly.
• Tap to select and display layers for traffic
conditions and satellite photo, etc. However,
traffic conditions and transit lines are available
in limited areas.
• You can tilt the map by sliding two fingers up
and down as if drawing parallel lines on the
screen.
• You can show Street View if you touch and hold
a point on the map
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tap a balloon
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