KakaoMap - Korea No.1 Map
KakaoMap - Korea No.1 Map
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KakaoMap - Korea No.1 Map

Master Korea's pulse. The app delivers instant command over its ever-changing routes and local insights, making every journey definitive.

Key Figures

Downloads

12.5M+

User Rating

4.6/5

Total Ratings

211.6K

Publisher

Kakao Corp.

Category

Navigation

Locales

2

Latest Version

6.18.2

Size

410.8 MB

First Released

Feb 27, 2009
Features

Analysis of KakaoMap's Core Capabilities

Key features driving user engagement and utility for navigating South Korea.

Real-time, Multi-modal Routing

The app provides consistently updated, accurate route information across various transportation modes, including car, public transit, walking, and cycling, ensuring users always have the most current directions.

Real-time Traffic Updates

The app provides current traffic conditions, enabling users to identify and navigate the fastest routes by avoiding congestion.

Live Public Transit Tracking

It delivers real-time bus information, including arrival times and locations, helping users minimize wait times and plan their public transportation journeys effectively.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about KakaoMap - Korea No.1 Map

How does KakaoMap provide fast and accurate routes?

KakaoMap offers fast and accurate routes by providing the latest information updated within 24 hours for cars, public transportation, walking, and bicycle navigation in Korea. It includes a built-in navigation system.

Does KakaoMap include a navigation system?

Yes, KakaoMap includes a navigation system. Users do not need to install a separate navigation app; KakaoMap provides navigation directions directly when a route is searched.

Can I find public transportation routes with KakaoMap?

Yes, KakaoMap provides public transportation routes. It offers real-time bus and subway information, including arrival times and route details, for various cities in Korea.

The following screenshots and description are sourced directly from the app's official store listing and are the property of the app developer.

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Screenshots

KakaoMap - Korea No.1 Map - Intuitive Map Hub

Intuitive Map Hub

Users can effortlessly navigate the primary interface, featuring a prominent search bar with various quick options and personalized shortcuts for home/office and recommended content at the bottom.

KakaoMap - Korea No.1 Map - Smart Route Planning

Smart Route Planning

The app provides comprehensive route search results, displaying multiple transit options (bus, subway, combined) and a detailed time and cost breakdown for each leg of the journey.

KakaoMap - Korea No.1 Map - Integrated Navigation

Integrated Navigation

This tool offers a fully integrated navigation experience, with real-time speed and distance indicators prominently displayed alongside clear turn-by-turn visual guidance with directional arrows on the map.

KakaoMap - Korea No.1 Map - Real-time Transit

Real-time Transit

The map visually integrates public transportation data, showing numbered bus stops and subway stations directly on the map, along with dynamic display of public transport routes and potential congestion.

KakaoMap - Korea No.1 Map - Bus Arrival Alerts

Bus Arrival Alerts

Users benefit from precise bus arrival time estimates for upcoming buses at a chosen stop and can easily set arrival notification settings for individual bus routes to minimize waiting.

KakaoMap - Korea No.1 Map - Friends Location Link

Friends Location Link

The app enhances social coordination by visualizing KakaoTalk friend locations on the map in real-time, complete with status updates for friends (e.g., 'on the way,' 'arrived') and a searchable friends list.

KakaoMap - Korea No.1 Map - Curated Place Discovery

Curated Place Discovery

Discover new places through curated themed lists, such as 'cafes with good atmosphere' presented with appealing visuals, along with detailed venue information including user ratings and saved items.

KakaoMap - Korea No.1 Map - Local Trend Rankings

Local Trend Rankings

The platform offers location-specific trend rankings for dining establishments, allowing users to explore with categorized search filters (e.g., Korean, Western, Japanese) and user ratings with images.

KakaoMap - Korea No.1 Map - Comprehensive Feature Access

Comprehensive Feature Access

Access the app's full capabilities through an organized grid presenting a vast array of mapping and discovery tools, offering quick access to diverse features such as 'Safe Driving,' 'AI Dining,' and 'Theme Map'.

Description

KakaoMap will show you the fastest routes in Korea! With KakaoMap, you can find everything you want in a map app, from directions to hot restaurants and local attractions, and more! ► You need to find the fastest route? [Fastest and most accurate map] You will get the latest information updated within 24 hours for cars, public transportation, walking and bicycle. [Navigation system included] No need to install a separate navigation app. When you search for a route, KakaoMap will give you navigation directions right away. [Comprehensive search within one search window] You can find all information you need using one search window including a bus number, a bus stop, a specific place, etc. ► When you need local information [Recommendation just for you] KakaoMap will provide useful information based on your current location including hot restaurants, keywords, spots, events, etc. [Search areas on the map] You can see search results right away by using the "Re-search this area" feature on the map. [Places suggested by data] KakaoMap analyzes big data on visitors and provides information on a specific place by age, gender and day of the week. ► Need more systematic maps? [Favorites organized by group] You can manage Favorites by group and indicate them on the map. Folders can also be followed and shared. [Road View] After searching for a route, you can see the place you plan to visit in advance using the Roa View feature. [Realistic 3D Map] We provide a more realistic vector-based map which can be rotated or tilted 360 degrees. It looks very real! [Real 3D Sky View] When you want to search a three-dimentional map, you can use 3D Sky View. ► Other convenient features - Favorite places shown on the map - Real-time bus information to help you reduce wait time - Real-time traffic information to help you find fastest routes - Convenient and accurate subway map - Use Friends Location when you want to know where your Kakaotalk friends are - Hyper Accurate Bus services for Busan, Chuncheon, Mokpo, Ulsan, Jeju and Gwangju ► KakaoMap shares data with Health Application(Workouts, cycling distance, active energy burned) when using bike navigation. ► KakaoMap loves to hear your suggestions. ► Questions & Feedback - maps@kakaocorp.com - Kakao Customer Service Homepage (http://www.kakao.com/requests?locale=ko&service=59) - Customer Service: 1577-3321 - Developer: 1577-3754 —— ► Information about permission accessed [Optional permissions] - Location : To search nearby places and show directions using the current location info. - Mic : Voice Search - Camera : To review and report places, and to take photos for profile setting - Photos : To review and report places, and to attach photos for profile setting - Notification : Receive Arrival/Location-Sharing/Recommendation Alarms and Important Notices - Health: Used to save your cycling navigation records * You can still use the service even if you don't give the above permissions.

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