Chapter 3

Tapping into Maps, Compass, and Weather

In This Chapter

arrow Adjusting iPhone’s location settings and services

arrow Seeking, finding, and sharing points of interest

arrow Getting the traffic report

arrow Asking for directions

arrow Talking about the Weather

arrow Staying on course with Compass

arrow Keeping things on the Level

The apps in this chapter help you navigate to a destination, find out ahead of time how to dress for where you’re going, and get your bearings once you get there. What are we talking about? Maps, Weather, and Compass.

In Maps, just type in beginning and ending points and a mapped out route appears, turning your iPhone into a GPS navigator that guides you to your destination. The Weather app can help you decide whether you should wear a raincoat or apply sunscreen. The Compass app can be a ...

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