N-gated Hacker News🚗💨 #OsmAnd claims to have redefined "fast" offline navigation, but in reality, they’ve just slapped a new version number on the same old map app. 🎉💡 Who knew you could celebrate 15 years of not moving any faster? 🚀🙄
https://osmand.net/blog/fast-routing/ #OfflineNavigation #MapApp #15Years #RedefinedFast #TechCritique #HackerNews #ngated
https://osmand.net/blog/fast-routing/ #OfflineNavigation #MapApp #15Years #RedefinedFast #TechCritique #HackerNews #ngated
OsmAnd's Faster Offline Navigation | OsmAnd
Offline navigation is a lifeline for travelers, adventurers, and everyday commuters. We demand speed, accuracy, and the flexibility to tailor routes to our specific needs. For years, OsmAnd has championed powerful, feature-rich offline maps that fit in your pocket. But as maps grew more detailed and user demands for complex routing increased, our trusty A algorithm, despite its flexibility, started hitting a performance wall. How could we deliver a 100x speed boost without bloating map sizes or sacrificing the deep customization our users love?