Layers by Google: Peeling the Onion

We love maps, they get us to places we want to go, show us things that we won’t be able to see otherwise. But deep down, we know there is more that we can learn from each place that we have visited. Google seems to know that too, and have placed that idea in an oven and out came Layers.

What is Layers on Google Maps? It boils down to these 13 words.

Layers allow you to view locations and additional info overlaid on the map. -- Google

Currently there are 5 layers that you can explore on your Google Map including:

• My Maps: Have a list of maps that you have stored up? You can view them here.
• Wikipedia: Learn interesting facts about places that you’re visiting.
• Transit Lines: Have transit service in your area? Use this to direct you to the closest stations.
• Latitude: Using your Latitude account, you can locate your friends on the Google map.
• Traffic: Find the perfect route to your destination without being stuck in traffic.

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Not yet a Google Map user? It’s easy to become one, simply point your mobile browser to m.google.com and follow any instructions to download Google Map.

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(Source: Google Mobile Blog)