Google Maps shows real-time information about traffic for most major US cities. To see this, switch to the map or hybrid mode and click on the new traffic button.
Google Maps will add a layer that colors the roads in green, yellow, red, or gray. The colors represent how fast the traffic is moving:
This tip originally pointed out by Ionut Alex. Chitu
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First of all, before you even watch the video you should go to the Google Wave home page and request access. You’re going to have to wait in line, but like all other Google stuff, you know you’re gonna want it.
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Ah! That’s so cool. And I’m sure this will benefit iPhone sales.
Google is the best. I am based in South Africa so we are only getting a few of the features. Looking forward to all the fancy tools that you get in the states. This is ideal for people on the road. Does Google have an API that can integrate into GPS.