I know, I know, it’s a phone and a pretty snazzy one at that! But there are lots and lots of other things that your iPhone can do other than allow you to make and receive phone calls. It really is amazing. Well, at least it is to ME!
I have always been known in my family for getting lost, no matter how good the directions given to me. Once I was out to dinner, and I asked where the restroom was, and the kind gentleman told me to go straight until I couldn’t go any further. So I literally did exactly what the gentleman told me, and I ended up outside in the alley. I swear that is true, and I doubt that I will ever live it down. So imagine my surprise and happiness when I discovered that I could use my iPhone to keep me from getting lost!
This phone really can keep you from getting lost! Crazy but true! And in more than one way!
Follow the steps below to learn how:
There are built-in apps that come with your phone that will give you step-by-step instructions! And believe it or not, it doesn’t matter whether you are walking, driving, taking the bus, or even riding your bike!!
- First, open your Maps app.
- Then tap your picture or initials.
- Next, select Offline Maps.
- Now, tap Download New Map or select an app that has been used in the past.
- Key in the location of your choice or choose Current Location.
- You can then adjust the size of your map area and tap Download.
That is all you have to do to utilize maps in this manner.
Yes, of course, there are other methods to employ as well, but I didn’t want to overload you with information. I find it a lot easier when I do these things one at a time! But I can tell you that I have used this method and it most definitely works! The only problem I have now is, I have no good excuse for being late because I got lost!
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“4. Now, tap Download New Map or select an app that has been used in the past.”
Hi Carol – should this read “….select a map….” that has been used in the past ?
Cheers Reg
Android phones have had that ability for a decade+!