Nokia has finally launched its mapping solution for Windows 8.1 users

Feb 25, 2014 07:12 GMT  ·  By

As announced earlier this week, Nokia launches HERE Maps for all Windows 8.1 devices, which means that those who have already made the move to Microsoft’s modern platform can download the app free of charge on both desktop computers and tablets.

Basically, Nokia HERE Maps comes with the exact same features as on the other platforms out there, including options to download maps to your device and access them without an Internet connection, access street-level panoramas, get walking, driving and public transit directions, save your favorite places and pin collections to the Start screen.

“HERE Maps is a complete mapping app designed to work with or without a Wi-Fi or data connection. With HERE Maps you can download and take your maps with you on your tablet. Get walking, driving and public transit directions to the places you want to go, all completely offline,” the app description published in the Windows Store reads.

“HERE Maps is a perfect companion for your smartphone. Plan where you want to go and save places so you can find them easily with your phone when you're out and about.”

Nokia HERE Maps is available in more than 140 cities worldwide, the app description claims, but more content will be added in the coming months, the Finnish mobile phone maker promises.

Of course, the application is offered free of charge to all users, so you can download Nokia HERE Maps for Windows 8.1 right now to see what it’s up to.

Here’s the entire feature lineup as published in the Windows Store:

• Download maps to your tablet and use them for free when abroad or whenever there is no available Wi-Fi or data connection • With dedicated city pages, you can download city maps, see public transit lines and find out about the best local places • Use street level to see panoramic views of places you're interested in and look around to explore, just as you would if you were already there • Get walking, driving and public transit directions • Save your favorite places in your own private collections. Add personal notes and cover photos and sync everything with other HERE apps and here.com • Pin your favorite collections to your start screen and see them with just one tap • Tilt the map to see cities and buildings in 3D • Pick the map view you want: satellite, public transit, local traffic, street level or regular street map • Discover and find the top places nearby and see photos, reviews and contact info • Share places with friends via email, Facebook and other social networks • Available in more than 140 cities worldwide.