Glossary

Welcome to our Glossary of navigation terms. Sometimes it seems that every company speaks its own unique language, and Sygic is no exception. Fortunately, you have just found the ultimate translation guide. This is our list of common navigation terms, with simple and straightforward definitions.

Android Auto Connectivity

Android Auto Connectivity makes driving safer, easier and more enjoyable. It allows you to use…

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Android Automotive OS

Android Automotive is an operating system and platform running Sygic GPS Navigation and other…

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Apple CarPlay Connectivity

The most advanced GPS navigation app and Apple CarPlay now work together. Enjoy 3D offline maps and…

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Average Speed Cameras

These cameras remind you where the radar is, which measures your average speed between two points.…

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Dashcam

With the Sygic GPS Navigation app you can record what’s happening on the road ahead of you. You can s…

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Lane Guidance

Sygic GPS Navigation makes driving in unfamiliar territories easier. When navigating with Sygic,…

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Electric Vehicle Mode

Sygic GPS Navigation is the world’s first navigation app with integrated charging stations and p…

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Free Map Updates

With the latest offline maps stored on your smartphone or tablet, you don't need a data signal to…

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Fuel Prices

Fuel prices vary from one petrol station to another, so lack of information can cost you a lot.…

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Head-up Display

When driving with Sygic GPS Navigation at night, even a long-distance drive can be made much safer.…

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Junction View

Stay safe and relaxed even on the most difficult highway intersections. Junction View provides you…

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Low Emission Zones

The Low Emission Zones feature alerts drivers when they are approaching areas with low emission…

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Mobile Speed Cameras

Sygic GPS Navigation will warn you when there is a mobile speed camera on your route. You will get…

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Monthly map updates

Driving with an outdated map could greatly affect your journey. Up-to-date maps are a necessity, as…

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Offline Maps

Navigate anywhere, even without an internet connection. Our navigation with offline maps always…

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Parked Car

Parked Car is a convenient and innovative feature integrated into Sygic GPS Navigation, designed to…

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Photo Navigation

You can use the Photo navigation feature to navigate to places you’ve taken pictures of.

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Places

Places are places that you may find useful or interesting when you are on the road. Our offline…

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Predictive Routing

Our route calculation algorithm uses traffic data collected during a two-year period so that you…

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Premium+ Subscription

Sygic Premium+ subscription includes all Sygic features and live services. Please scroll down for…

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Real-time Route Sharing

Are you headed home from work? Or picking someone up? Share your route, estimated time of arrival…

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Real-time Traffic Information

The best way to avoid delays on the road is to drive with a reliable traffic information service.…

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Real View Navigation

Real View Navigation provides users a unique way to navigate the world. This Augmented Reality…

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Report Incidents

Join a Sygic community and be a hero on the roads. Together, we go far. It's so easy to use and…

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Rescue Lane Warning

In the world of GPS navigtion, swift response to road accidents is crucial for the well-being of…

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Satellite Maps

Need to familiarize yourself with the place you are driving at? Try a simple switch of your…

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Traffic Sign Recognition

Always have up-to-date speed limit information in your app and be aware of the no-overtaking zones,…

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SmartCam

We merge the three most popular camera features into one. Dashcam, Traffic Sign Recognition, and…

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Fixed Speed Cameras

There are arguably nicer things in life than getting a speeding ticket. To help you avoid getting…

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Speed Limits

Knowing the speed limits is extremely important, but sometimes it gets difficult to keep track of…

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Time to Leave

Your reliable travel companion, offering friendly suggestions for the best departure time based on…

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Travelbook

Whether commuting to work, traveling for holidays with your loved ones or enjoying an adventurous…

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Turn-by-Turn Navigation

This feature was made to help you get where you need to go. Timely turn indicators with precise…

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Twisty Roads

If you want to enjoy driving along beautiful landscapes, turn on Twisty Roads for special routing…

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Vehicle Models

Sygic brings some fun and presents the Vehicle model. It’s up to you what vehicle you choose for y…

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Vehicle Profiles

Vehicle Profiles offers tailored navigation experiences based on your vehicle's specific…

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Voice-guided Navigation

Don’t take your eyes off the road, focus all your attention on driving and stay safe while f…

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Wrong-way warning

Being responsible while driving is one of the most important things. As a driver, you must consider…

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