7mo ago

Lets surpass the r/organicmaps community

The Reddit community has 735 subscribers that's 393 (44%) more than what we have and is 214 days older.

I will try keep posting here so this one can be the go to place for the discussion.

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Interesting, I'm here from /all. What exactly is Organic Maps, and what's its connection to OpenStreet Maps?
- Organic Maps is open source, beautiful and private. The app uses map data from Openstreetmap.
  
  Ah right. So it's like a front-end alternative UI to OSM, basically?
It ain't Google maps ready but for any FOSS enthusiast it is the proper choice esp once you install TTS service
It works
- I have been contributing to the osm database a lot recently so that is quickly changing.
- Bike route directions are way better than gmaps, in my area the main thing is the shops shown not being up to date
  
  Allegedly you can get a tool and update them yourself
  OSM something its an app on fdriod
  
  You could be the one to add the shops as the built in editor is great for adding details.
Joined!
I use OrganicMaps for viewing my own collection of my daily GPS coordinates, it's pretty handy for recalling where you were / when and not having to sell out to Google Location History to do so.
How does it compare to Magic Earth?
- I use them for different purposes. Magic Earth for when I drive since it includes in real time traffic data, Organic Maps for everything else.
  
  Having third-party apps are great as it encourages the most competition for user interface design and features.
I'm doing my part!
- You have the right to a good user experience and privacy!
Sounds good

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