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6,000 miles with Google Maps taught me to stop blindly following the blue route

The fastest route isn’t always best.

6,000 miles with Google Maps taught me to stop blindly following the blue route

A writer has shared their experience of driving over 6,000 miles with Google Maps. They have learned that while the app is good at providing directions from one point to another, the suggested route may not always be the one they want to take. According to XDA Developers, the writer has come to realize that they should not blindly follow the blue route suggested by Google Maps.

The writer's experience with Google Maps has taught them to think critically about the routes suggested by the app. Fast Company did not provide any relevant information about Google Maps or the writer's experience.

The writer's experience is a personal anecdote about their use of Google Maps, and no additional information is available about their specific experiences or any related tools.

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