'Live Roads' is a new, revolutionary app that is the world's first mobile navigation platform to feature HD maps, real-time directions and lane-level navigation. On March 13 the company will launch the app on the Google Play Store, as a next level app that will provide users with access to one of a kind picture in picture maps, 3D customizable cars, off line maps, location sharing and live traffic reports.
Available with a free option that offers standard definition maps and traffic updates, or a premium option that will offer HD picture with every feature available for 99 cents a month. Live Roads will also offer a point system that allows users to unlock the premium version free of cost after reaching 10,00 drive points that are accumulated through use of the app.
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What's Driving This Trend
- HD Navigation Apps
- The increased use of HD maps in navigation apps provides an opportunity for disruptive innovations in the field of location-based services.
- Real-time Lane-level Navigation
- Real-time lane-level navigation in mobile platforms may disrupt and improve the transportation industry.
- Gamification of Navigation Apps
- The implementation of a point system in navigation apps may provide an opportunity for innovative gamification strategies to improve user engagement.
Who This Affects Most
- Navigation Technology
- The development of HD maps and real-time lane-level navigation has the potential to revolutionize the Navigation Technology industry.
- Mobile Application Development
- The launch of 'Live Roads' navigation app with HD maps, real-time directions and lane-level navigation highlights the importance of mobile application development for transportation solutions.
- Location-based Services
- The use of gamification strategies to increase user engagement in navigation apps provides an opportunity for the Location-Based Services industry to further innovate.
