With this new feature, users will always know their location, not having to worry about getting lost when mobile networks are down or in areas with no signal.
According to Android Authority, Google Maps will allow users to navigate and access maps even without a network connection. This feature will utilize satellite signals to update location, rather than relying on mobile data or Wi-Fi as before.
This innovation will help users avoid concerns about losing connectivity while traveling in remote areas or places with difficult terrain, where mobile signals are unstable or unavailable. The satellite feature will also be beneficial for adventure travelers or those working in areas with poor internet connectivity.
With the new satellite feature, users will still know their location even without internet.
Additionally, this feature may assist in rescue operations during natural disasters or incidents that disrupt regular telecommunications services.
Although Google has not announced an official release date, experts believe that the satellite feature will be included in the Android 15 update, which is expected to launch later this year.
Google Maps is set to update with a new satellite feature, enabling users to use the app without needing an internet connection.
Notably, to take advantage of this feature, users’ phones must support satellite connectivity. Most modern Android devices and some upcoming 5G phone models, such as the Pixel 9 and Galaxy S25, are expected to include this capability.
