One of Navfree's major selling points is that it stores its map data locally on your phone, so you won't need to connect to the Internet just to drive home. Custom voices and language packs can also be downloaded.
Updated:Caption:Antuan GoodwinPhoto:Screenshot by Antuan Goodwin/CNET
1
of 12
Map downloads
Maps for all 50 states, plus Canada and Mexico, can be downloaded for free. A "Download All" option would be nice for cross-country road trips and wandering types.
Updated:Caption:Antuan GoodwinPhoto:Screenshot by Antuan Goodwin/CNET
7
of 12
Worth the money
It's not the most fully featured navigation software available for Android, but it gets the job done in a manner that may be good enough for users with low data caps.
Updated:Caption:Antuan GoodwinPhoto:Screenshot by Antuan Goodwin/CNET
8
of 12
Work in progress
Some of the features visible in the menus haven't fully baked, such as integration with your contacts list. This is free, open-source software, so we won't judge it too harshly for still being "under construction."
Updated:Caption:Antuan GoodwinPhoto:Screenshot by Antuan Goodwin/CNET
9
of 12
Destination options
When used on a device with an Internet connection, Navfree can initiate a Google Search for destinations. Otherwise, you're stuck with its limited local database and simple address entry.
Updated:Caption:Antuan GoodwinPhoto:Screenshot by Antuan Goodwin/CNET
11
of 12
Driving Safety view
If the mere sight of a moving map is too distracting, this Driving Safety view provides a simplified readout of the next turn, the direction, and the distance remaining.
