I’m really appreciating the fact people are seeing the value in the app with it being FOSS, beautiful, lightweight.

My PR adding FOSS fused location support to #organicmaps was merged

https://github.com/organicmaps/organicmaps/pull/9575

It uses the #microG play-services-location library which is a #FOSS re-implementation of the proprietary Google surveillance services client library that works with both Google #GMS and µG.

@organicmaps@sopuli.xyz @organicmaps@fosstodon.org @organicmaps@mastodon.social \#android

Hi everyone. I recently downloaded Organic Maps and am interested in trying it out as an alternative to Google Maps. However, when I went into my CarPlay settings in my phone to put the app in a good location, it is not listed. I did some googling and it seems like Organic Maps should support CarPlay. Just checking for confirmation on that. Thanks!

These types of warning devices are illegal where I live and I'd rather not get into trouble. How do I turn this feature off?

I’m not going to lie I was scared of using the app because I didn’t see the recent fixes that I have contributed to my small town. But now I know better haha.

Is there an official way to request a feature? All I can find is places to submit bug reports.

It would be nice, on mobile, if the map would rotate when the phone is upside down (charging port on top). In rental cars, this is how I'll put my phone in, so I can plug it in and don't run out of battery while driving.

Hello Community! We are delighted to see the growing recognition and attention that Organic Maps is receiving, thanks to your invaluable contributions and efforts. Together, we have accomplished what was previously hard to believe.

Today, we are excited to introduce the new Organic Maps Ambassadors initiative. Building upon the achievements of our successful i18n efforts, this new program aims to our community engagement and outreach efforts.

🍃 Who are Organic Maps Ambassadors? We are looking for initiative and active people who can drive community building efforts in their regions & languages. Ambassadors will be the face and voice of Organic Maps in their region and their language, engaging with users, coordinating community efforts, and advocating for the project's goals and values. Responsibilities are including but not limited to facilitating discussions, encouraging collaboration, and promoting knowledge-sharing among community members. Ambassadors will be spreading the word about Organic Maps by all possible means and communication channels, including forums, mailing lists, social media, and online platforms.

🗺️ Regions & languages to cover (with no particular order) :

Germany – German France – French Austria – German Switzerland – German, French Spain – Spanish Italy – Italian Poland – Polish China – Mandarin United States, Canada – English Australia, NZ – English United Kingdom – English South America – Portuguese, Spanish India – English, Hindi, and other languages Pakistan – English, Urdu, and other languages Gulf Area – Arabic South East Asia – Vietnamese, Thai, Malay, and others ...

🌐 This is list is open, please feel to create community in your area & language. Global worldwide efforts in English are welcomed too. The Organic Maps project is committed to supporting and valuing all contributions in this domain. We will strive to provide the necessary resources, including media, engineering, and financial support, to the best of our ability. You will undoubtedly gain valuable experience, along with recognition and respect from the open-source community.

✉️ Please drop reply here or drop an email to hello@organicmaps.app to start the conversation.

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Openstretmaps was a little outdated around where I live. I have been making a lot of edits and updates lately. I know they will be pulled in with the next update, but just wondering if I can get them earlier.