It looks like Google is suddenly getting serious about MOBILE and this effort, called "Local for Mobile" is serious indeed. For anyone that's ever lamented the fact that all but the most powerful handheld devices can't handle the memory intensive Google Maps API, the new application is the answer to a prayer (well at least for those with a supported device and on a supported network;
The application looks very exciting, with mapping, directions, integrated search, and even hybrid satellite imagery. I plan on trying it today as I drive around San Francisco to see just how well it works.
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