Google Maps adds wheelchair-accessible routes to public transit navigation, starting with six major cities

Subways and buses may be convenient for most of us, but that's often a different story for individuals who can't get around as easily due to mobility needs. In an attempt to make public transit more accessible for that portion of the population, Google is introducing new "wheelchair accessible" routes in Maps' transit navigation, starting with six major cities. Wheelchair-accessible routes depend on whether a station has accessible stops, platforms, entrances, and exits. Read More Google Maps adds wheelchair-accessible routes to public transit navigation, starting with six major cities was written by the awesome team at Android Police. Android Match ae http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default