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Waze mapping app updated with iOS 8 widget, improved traffic data, and more

Popular mapping application Waze was updated today to version 3.9.2. According to the app’s change log (below), it’s gotten several design tweaks to areas, including the location sharing interface and quick-messaging screen, which allows you to quickly notify friends that you’re on the way.

The app also gained a Today view widget that displays the estimated travel time to your home or work addresses, and allows you to quickly get directions to either location by tapping on them. You can also send your ETA to friends from the widget while navigating to your destination.

Traffic data is now improved when changing a route to avoid slowdowns, and a new setting allows the map to automatically swap between 2D and 3D styles. Of course, the usual miscellaneous bug fixes are also included.

You can grab the updated Waze app for free on the App Store.

What’s New in Version 3.9.2

– Sending “I’m on my way” message is simpler than ever! With a new design and layout, you can easily keep your friends & family posted on the progress of your drive.
– New Waze Today Widget for iOS 8! Quickly view your ETA for Home or Work, navigate with one tap, and easily send your current drive & ETA (when navigating). Pull down your Notification Center and tap Edit to add the extension.
– Updated look and function for sending a location.
– ETA & route changes now include richer traffic information.
– New map display setting automatically switches between 2D and 3D view.
– Bug fixes and performance enhancements.

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Comments

  1. Just waiting the 4.7″ and 5.5″ screen support!

  2. mpnine - 9 years ago

    Still not optimized for the 6 and 6 Plus.

  3. standardpull - 9 years ago

    Now if they could tone down the annoying ads and pop ups. They’re very distracting while driving, to the point where I gave up on Waze and just use Apple Maps.

    Wake used to be awesome. Now? It’s just more adware.

  4. Jamie Budesky - 9 years ago

    yeah. after 3 months. You think they would release some iPhone 6 support…

  5. Atlas (@Metascover) - 9 years ago

    Why should we use an app that is going to help Google make their maps better for free?