Google’s open source My Tracks project receives first update in over a year, gets Holo theme overhaul
Google’s My Tracks is a lesser known open source GPS tracking app that integrates directly with Google Maps to provide real-time activity tracking for things like cycling, running, and other outdoor activities. Many thought the project defunct when the app seemingly went dormant on the Play Store while other Google apps such as Maps received frequent updates. Not the service is receiving it’s first refresh in over a year, and it comes with a complete UI overhaul to match the current generation of Android’s Holo theme. Here’s the full changelog:
- Major UI update
- Improved flow for sharing a track
- Improved flow for inserting markers
- Option to use track location as the default track name
- Bluetooth and ANT+ sensor bug fixes
My Tracks certainly isn’t the most robust fitness tracking software, but it is definitely getting there with the latest update. Add in the already excellent integration with other Google services like Docs and Fusion Tables for tracking workout data and perhaps there is reason to give the oft-forgtten app another look. Download it now at the link below.
Google Play Link: My Tacks
[Thanks Matthew and Dave!]