Nokia to release global update for HERE Maps

Nokia’s HERE Maps is as close a rival to Google Maps as it can get. It’s godsend when you’re in a foreign country since you can navigate using the app without Internet connection. The app is getting an extensive update worldwide for Android and Windows Phone (there is in iOS app yet). There will reportedly be improved “water features” as well as updates for most of regional maps. Expect it to come to your device soon.

Source: Ubergizmo

PS Vita losing functionality with cancellation of YouTube, Near and Maps

Sony has decided to remove functionality from the PlayStation Vita with an upcoming software 'update' that will remove the Near, YouTube and Maps functionality from the portable gaming device. Sony has not explained why it is removing these features which further limit what the device can do outside of playing games. The PS Vita's predecessor, the PlayStation Portable, was noted for various features that enabled it to go online, access online radio stations, RSS feeds, and even read eBooks. The Vita had a lot of that functionality removed and it seems that Sony is set on limiting connectivity and functionality even further. 

Apple adds more Flyover locations to Maps

Apple recently updated its Maps app to add more locations to the Maps Flyover feature for iOS and OS X. This feature lets you take a closer, more three-dimensional look at areas. Apple added three new areas in France including Avignon, Biarritz, and Perpignan; two landmarks in Arizona including the Grand Canyon and Meteor Crater; as well as Devil’s Tower in Wyoming; Dunedin in New Zealand; Royal Gorge in Arkansas; and Visby in Sweden.

Source: MacRumors

TomTom to offer navigation technology for Acer smartphones

TomTom and Acer have entered a multi-year agreement to bring navigation technology to Acer’s mobile devices. The companies introduced the NavKit-powered AcerNAV, a turn-by-turn navigation app that will let you navigate anywhere in the world without additional roaming charges. It features route planning and interactive 2D and 3D maps that you can download for free. The rollout for the app with start in Europe during the last quarter of this year.