KakaoMap - Map / Navigation 5.13.3

Kakao Corp. – Freeware – Android
out of 133651 votes

KakaoMap: Your Reliable Navigation Partner in South Korea

David Fischer

01/01/2025

KakaoMap offers comprehensive maps and reliable navigation features, making it an essential tool for both locals and travelers navigating in South Korea.

KakaoMap is an efficient and comprehensive map app that offers a variety of features to enhance your navigation experience in Korea. Whether you need directions, local recommendations, or more detailed maps, KakaoMap has got you covered.

Fastest and most accurate map: With regular updates within 24 hours, KakaoMap provides the latest information for cars, public transportation, walking, and cycling routes.
Integrated navigation system: No need to install a separate navigation app. When searching for a route, KakaoMap instantly provides clear and reliable navigation directions.
Comprehensive search: Find all the information you need using just one search window. Whether it's a bus number, a bus stop, or a specific place, KakaoMap has you covered.
Personalized recommendations: Based on your current location, KakaoMap offers useful suggestions for hot restaurants, keywords, spots, events, and more.
Efficient map organization: Manage your favorite places with ease by grouping them and displaying them on the map. You can also follow and share folders.
Road View and Realistic 3D Map: Get a preview of the places you plan to visit with the Road View feature. Enjoy a more immersive experience with a realistic vector-based map that can be rotated or tilted 360 degrees.
Real 3D Sky View: Experience a three-dimensional map view with the 3D Sky View option.
Additional convenient features: In addition to displaying favorite places on the map, KakaoMap provides real-time bus and traffic information, a convenient and accurate subway map, location sharing for your loved ones, and hyper-accurate bus services.
Compatibility with Wear OS devices: KakaoMap can be accessed on your Wear OS device, allowing you to view arrival information for buses and subways, as well as receive guidance for public transportation and bike routes.

KakaoMap values user feedback and encourages suggestions for improvement. If you have any questions or feedback, feel free to reach out to their customer service team via email or visit their customer service homepage.

Service Access Permissions:

[Optional Permissions] - Location: To search for your current location and nearby areas
- Mic: For voice search
- Storage: For navigation and photo uploads
- Phone: For navigation
- Camera: To take photos
- Appear on top: To display the car navigation widget on top
- Notification: For departure and arrival alarms, bike navigation, recommendations, and other user activity-related information

Note: You can still use the service even if you don't grant the above permissions. However, for devices with Android versions under 6.0, individual app permission management is not available. Please check with your device's manufacturer to inquire about possible OS upgrades. Updating your device to version 6.0 or higher is recommended.

Developer Contact Info: 1577-3754

Overview

KakaoMap - Map / Navigation is a Freeware software in the category Education developed by Kakao Corp..

The latest version of KakaoMap - Map / Navigation is 5.13.3, released on 12/14/2023. It was initially added to our database on 11/02/2023.

KakaoMap - Map / Navigation runs on the following operating systems: Android.

Users of KakaoMap - Map / Navigation gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Pros

Provides detailed navigation information for South Korea including public transportation, driving, and walking routes.
Offers real-time traffic information and alternative routes to avoid congestion.
Integrates with other Kakao services such as KakaoTalk for easy sharing of locations and addresses.
Has a user-friendly interface with search function for finding places of interest like restaurants, shops, and more.
Supports both online and offline maps for use in areas with poor network coverage.

Cons

Primarily focuses on providing navigation services within South Korea, making it less useful for users in other countries.
Some features like location accuracy may be better suited for urban areas than rural or remote locations.
May have limitations in terms of available features compared to other mainstream navigation apps.

David Fischer

I am a technology writer for UpdateStar, covering software, security, and privacy as well as research and innovation in information security. I worked as an editor for German computer magazines for more than a decade before joining the UpdateStar team. With over a decade of editorial experience in the tech industry, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my current role at UpdateStar. At UpdateStar, I focus on the critical areas of software, security, and privacy, ensuring our readers stay informed about the latest developments and best practices.

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