Standalone Wear Maps

Users can type in a location, or long press on the map to input a destination. They can choose to travel via walking, cycling or car. There are 3 map mode types: road, satellite, and hybrid. They can also import GPX files directly, either via Google Drive, or natively on the watch. GPX files are stored in the watch's /Routes/ folder.

The app will navigate the user from their current location to the destination using turn-by-turn navigation. Each step is highlighted on the path, with text to show you what action to take, and how long until you reach that step. The map rotates along with the device, so will follow the forward-facing direction of the watch.

The app only needs an internet connection for the initial retrieval of the directions. After that, it solely relies on GPS until the user arrives at the destination.

This (obviously) only works on watches that have GPS.