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[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] ikirilenko:
MapsD (NimaGL2 dEdition)
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] MrBrady:
Could you link to the file you used? I tried all the versions I can find and none will install.

Running Euphoria ROM (5.1.1) on a Nexus 6.

VZW Nexus 6
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] ikirilenko:
Download apk from this post. Copy it with root explorer to system\aps. change permissions to rw r r and reboot phone.

2 new icons will appear in the app drawer
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] MrBrady:
Hey, you're right! When I install it manually as a system app it still works in 5.1.1. Thanks for the tip!
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] latino147:
Oh yes! It's working! Thanks a lot! I really hate the new Maps which is so incredibly slow! :)
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] MrBrady:
Just to note, when I use the CM version, I can actually log-in too! The regular version gives me login failures.

Nexus 6 with Euphoria ROM (5.1.1)

VZW Nexus 6
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] Lakino:
So awesome to be back with tried and true Google Maps v6 under Android OS 5.1.1

Awesome job for pointing this out ikirilenko! I can't thank you enough for helping us get Map 6 installed onto 5.1.1 roms! I'm sooooo happy! Yay! Newer version of Google Maps sucks in so many ways!! (As we all know of course.)

Here is the link I used. Works great. I'm able to log in and am seeing all my starred locations.

NoMod 6.14.4-Compiled With S3s CM10.2 FW.zip

http://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2478083&d=1388178529

IMPORTANT NOTE

: I want to point out one thing to help clarify for someone who may not be so familiar with android root folders. There is no 'system\aps' folder. I looked and looked but couldn't find such a folder. I ended up placing the MapsD (NimaGL2 Default Edition)s3.apk file in the 'system\app' folder. I'm sure it was an inadvertent typo by ikirilenko, but it matters to those of us who don't know the Android folder structure very well -- like me -- and was getting quite confused initially when I couldn't locate system\aps folder.

Agreed. I'm using the CM version too and I'm able to log in. So wonderful to be back to Maps v6. Sooooooooo wonderful! :victory:

Last but not least, thanks big time to [MENTION=2318772]genius.lizard2[/MENTION] for starting this thread and linking the apks in the original post. :good:
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] santi68:
Esta solución es sólo para root?

This solution is only for root users?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] davidshooki:
I cannot see the options you mentioned. Here is the screen shot of what shows up in my menue.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] davidshooki:
I cannot see the options you mention to improve battery drain.

Here is the screen shot of what shows up in my menu.

View attachment 3313488
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] moSess:
Working on my Lillipoped Note 3 running 5.0
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] jxlee0215:
Does anyone have a Compatible Street view apk to work this 6.14. Mines keeps on force closing.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] ScottiB4u:
I've found you a few years ago and have been gratefully running NimaGL version ever since on a non-rooted device, lately a LG G3 running 5.01. Install was seemless!

I just got a LG G4 running 5.1, non rooted and it will not install and without rooting it cannot be moved. Any suggestions? thanks!
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] trein91:
Doesn't seem to work on Lollipop 5.0.

If i have MapsD installed, I can't install the official Maps v9.9. If I have official maps, I can't installed this MapsD.

It worked perfectly for me on Android 4.4 KitKat.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] anssc:
My Note 3 running Lollipop 5.0, copied NimaGL2 version to system/app, it is installed but still login as Null. Anybody help :(
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] ninetitle:
Same here! Have to select just only one version!

Nexus 5, 5.1.1 stock!
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] drdionysius:
Try the method posted here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2566159&page=29
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] Harlote303101:
Doesn't work

T-mobile Samsung Galaxy S6

5.1
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] rallyr:
Any luck getting your G4 to run Maps 6? I traded my G-Flex (1st gen) for a G4 and so far I was much happier with the G-Flex. I've tried to install the V6 maps on the G4 and it goes through the motions, but then posts a message "App Not Installed". It's very frustrating, and this worked perfectly on the G-Flex.

I've also found the touch screen on the G4 rather unresponsive, which is annoying, and the battery life is noticeably worse than the G-Flex too.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] xshadow4:
Doesn't work anymore after the lollipop update :(

LG G3 D851
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] OffTheChainz:
Awww man… been relying on this old Maps for years but doesn't work on 5.1 F

Cyanogenmod

Somebody work some magic!
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] chaos_000:
getting it to work on tmobile galaxy s6

Hi, my wife just got the s6 TMobile and i had to load the nav on her phone for her since he absolutely refuses the new google maps. The above rooting trick does work, but setting the permissions is key. download

"root browser". after the maps apk is loaded into the app directory using root browser you need to touch it and hold it down till the menu appears to go to the permissions. Check 'read' on owner, group, others and write' on owner, nothing else, nothing. You may need to restart a few times. Try running the apk through root browser and other file browser apps. You'll know it works when you click on it to install and the install screen looks like the old style vs the new style, weird but it does work and when it installs it works well.

rooted on tmobile galaxy s6 5.1.1 using Odin.

MapsD (NimaGL2 Default Edition)s3.apk was the version i used
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] OffTheChainz:
[MENTION=4657348]chaos_000[/MENTION]

Thanks

Yup moving NimGL2 to system/apps folder

Renaming the permissions to rw-r-r and rebooting did the trick. Running 5.1.1 :)

Thank you
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] MrBrady:
Has anyone gotten this to work with Android M/6.0?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] mikeysoft1:
I could really do with this working on Android 5, let alone Android 6...
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] GeraldRudi:
not working on Android 6.0 Marshmallow :/

could not install it
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] jesus11077:
hi...

I'll install any version of Google Maps:

1.can't connect to my GPS ( GPS is on ) and when click on google map show this massage " In a previous version of Android you turned off access to your location for all Google apps, Turn it back on?" and then i press " YES " but nothing doing...

2. In "Sign in " When i press " Add account " but nothing doing ( my Gmail account sync in phone but don't show my Gmail in Google maps )...

Any solution?

TNX, Sorry for my bad English.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] GBH2:
Same with my Note 4. Hugely disappointing. I forgot how horrifyingly bad the "new" Google Maps and Navigation is. I guess I need to find a Navigation app that doesn't make me want to throw my phone out the window or downgrade back to a Note 3. :(
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] Übermensch:
Working on Note4 (SM-N910F) running Lollipop 5.1.1

Just downloaded "Old Google Maps 6.14.4 No Navigation Mod", installed -> running without problems.

Thank you very much! I am using Maps for an short forecast of traffic jam on the highway when driving home - and this version is perfect for that task.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] thesweet:
How did you get this to install on Android 5.1.1? I just got a Droid Turbo 2 and it will not install! I love this app and need it! Please help!
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] MrBrady:
With this installed, new Google Maps updates won't install. They always error out.

Does anyone know of a way to install this or recompile the zip so it still works but doesn't conflict with current Google Maps updates?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] latino147:
Tried this on MM (LG G3) but no joy.

Is there something else that needs to be done on MM to make it work?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] MrBrady:
I move it to /system/priv-app and set permissions. Everything works great, except I can't update the new version of Maps with this old version installed.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] latino147:
Tried it again and it worked after reboot [emoji3] [emoji3] [emoji3]

Don't care much of the new maps anyway ?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] georgiapi:
Al Good On Nexus 5X

Rooted Nexus 5x, running Omni ROM nightly, running NimGL2 6.14.4 side by side with 9.19.1. = FANTASTIC!

The both login and can run simultaneously.

Note: On the 5X the system/app folder works fine. Not the system/priv-app.

Exciting!
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] WTF?:
which exact version is working on MM ?

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which exact version is working on MM ?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] MrBrady:
MapsD_V6.14.4_(With_BLUE_Icon).apk is what I'm using
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] WTF?:
did you place it in /system/priv-app before or after initial install - I am normally not a noob, but I think I need step by step instructions! - lol

I have a rooted LG G4, with unlocked bootloader and I also have root explorer for moving files around and setting permissions
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] MrBrady:
You don't actually install the app. It won't install. Each device/system is a bit different procedure, so YRMV

1) Copy the APK - Two options (both require a root file manager):

1a) Copy the apk to /data/app and set permissions to 644 (RW-R-R)

1b) Copy the apk to /system/priv-app and set permissions to 644 (RW-R-R)

2) Reboot

3) View the properties of the app (System / Apps / Select the app "MapsD" or similar)

4) Click the permissions option and grant all permissions

5) Launch the app

6) In the app go to My Places and click "Home" or "Work". You should see a triangle appear in your notification bar with a Sign-in Request

7) Open the Sign-In Request and click allow

8) Reboot

9) The app should now operate normally and pull in your normally saved Google Maps starred locations. If in step 1 you copied it to the /data/app, then try the steps again, but copying the apk to /system/priv-app instead.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] WTF?:
thanks, man!

does this version have that cool ruler thing? - I love that thing!

it and the one-handed operation with the + and - zoom are why I want the old one!

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OK, it's working great in data/app :)

one more question, can I safely delete the new google maps app now? (after demoting it down to a user app with Link2SD)
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] MrBrady:
Yes you can delete the other app.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] blksith0:
Alright you lose me at step 3. I have tried copying the apk (with correct permissions) to both data/app and /system/priv-app.

Is it supposed to look like "/data/app/maps.apk"? Or do I need to place it in a "com.__.__" folder?

I just don't see the app show up anywhere after copying the apk to those folders.

SM-G900P 6.0.1
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] georgiapi:
Different phones need different folders with this. My 5x uses system/app.

Anyways, you want to copy it to one of the above and step 3. means to set the permissions of the file to rw/r/r.

Then select and do an install. If it fails or succeeds do not omit re-boots. Some times it takes a few bu tit will settle in.

The key with this apk is to boot it a few times until she comes in. I do nightly rom updates and it has been holding.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] kasulkliff:
I am so sad. I downloaded it just for saving maps offline. But the version 6.14.4 is not being installed. It is just saying app not installed. I have lenovo k3 note and android 6.0 marshmallow. I think it is because of the marshmallow upgrade i did last week. Marshmallow is just horrible (at least for me).lollipop was better.

Update: I had heard that the google maps 6.14.4 can save the offline maps and they do not get auto deleted for not updating in 30 days. so i tried to install the app. my net connection will expire after 5 days and i don't think i will be able to get a net connection for at least a year, may be two. hence i decided to try this older version
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] lazer155:
I have a weird problem with this 6.14.4 apk, the non-believers icon. I can't type more than about 3 letters in the directions or navigation destination search box. After 3 letters it erases the text field. It makes it unusable. Has anyone had this problem?

This is on an s5 with a custom touchwiz based rom that is android 5.1.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] wokawoka:
Hello guys, after years of happy daily use of this app it recently started to give me the error "no route found" whenever I try to request the way between two points using the public transport system (I'm located in Berlin).

I couldn't find a way to fix it yet (I also already deleted the cache). Do you guys have any suggestion? Thanks
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] mrgardiner:
Same problem here in Japan, fine last night , but no routing wed Sept 27th. Today.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] wokawoka:
It looks like that the api used by all the versions of google maps v6 are no more able to retrieve data for transport services, this happens doing searches on every city I've tried so far with many different phones that I'm using. No problem from google maps v7 and following versions, which is a pity since this nimagl2 version was just very light and fast on my phones.

Did anybody else experienced the same problem? Any idea about the possibility to find a solution?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] sjamie:
Much thanks to you! These instructions worked perfectly for installing on my Galaxy S4.

I had to copy the apk to /system/priv-app and set permissions to 644 (RW-R-R). To my surprise the app did not appear after the first reboot. However, after I rebooted a second time, the app magically appeared! Now I have the best of both worlds. I can use the version I prefer and no longer have the Play Store continue to bug me about updating it. Plus, if the v7 app gets some new cool features, I can use that app too! After much research and frustration I am now a very happy camper! :victory:
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] S3rgi0:
Hi

I'm from Spain and I have the same problem as you

Waiting for a solution...
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] MrBrady:
I think this app may be using an old API or something. Some (few) features work, but a lot don't.

For example, the maps show traffic but when you enable layers for Gas (Petrol) or Food, nothing appears on the map. That's the feature I enjoyed most - being able to drive (not navigate) and see Points of Interest along the way.

Anyone know of other maps/nav apps that have this feature?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] suffeks:
anyone install this on nougat? please post how thx
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] blksith0:
Failure [INSTALL_FAILED_DUPLICATE_PERMISSION perm=com.google.googlenav.friend.permission.OPT_IN pkg=com.google.android.apps.maps]
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] ytj87:
Man, I really miss this app. It won't install on MM on a Samsung Note 4. The Titanium backup of the installed app also won't restore. A framework issue? Have tried all the different versions in the thread. :(
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] wokawoka:
I miss this Google map version a lot as well!

I'm wondering if it would be possible to patch the apk to use some more recent APIs. Maybe trough lucky patcher?

Switching Google maps APIs should be possible, at least on blackberry os 10 people are using patchers to change the Google maps references decompiling and recompiling the apks. Does anybody know if something similar could be possible in this case as well?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] MrBrady:
It should work fine, but don't think it can be installed. The apk needs to be copied to System/app or System/priv-app and reboot.

But even when the app does some of the features do not work due to server side changes on Google's end.

It's truly a shame because I still have yet to find a replacement app that has a driving mode that shows points of interest (gas, restaurants) as you drive.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] ytj87:
I'll be damned, it works when copied. Thanks.

As for features, pre-MM I don't recall anything not working. But now on MM I can't successfully log in, which negates saved places. Routing seems to work.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] bessyouf@gmail.com:
Maps
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] treeev:
Is possible change range to download offline map area from 16km to 50km???
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] timoshina:
Hey guys. The title says maps 6 AND 7, but i don't see any APKs for 7th version. Is there any way i can download it? Btw, google maps 6 works perfectly on lg h901, now now i can see how they make our phones to be "obsolete" on purpose so with newer apps, it looks as if our current phones aren't that good/fast anymore, lol. Anyway i think i gonna stick with version 6, i just wanna see if the newer UI on 7th version is better or not for me. Thanks
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] latino147:
There is no modded v7 afaik. Back when this thread was made v7 was the play store version, that's why it is v6 besides v7
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] timoshina:
I see now, thanks :)
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] wokawoka:
It's such a real pity that the public transport information are no longer working on this version (since one year already) ... I did use this google maps version for years on all my devices but I had to stop because of that.

Do you guys think that it may eventually be possible to patch the apk in order to use some newer APIs that are not deprecated in order to be able to get back the public transportation infos? As I rely a lot on google maps to move in my city being able to go back using this version would literaly make my life easier, and I'm sure that many other people still find this version useful.

This google maps version in my opinin is the best one available by far for these reasons:

- it's much quicker and lighter than actual gogle maps versions (so that it runs fast even on old devices) and the interface is clean

- you can get zoom button on screen (very useful when you need to use the mobile with just one hand)

- you can get elevation infos on a graph (very useful when biking)

- you can even measure distances and elevation between different locations you point on the map

- the public transport info were displayed in a very clean and effective way with the indication of the direction (last stop) and the list of all the stops in the same page (without needing any additional click)
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] Barkuti:
Great, but…

I do not use Maps often, but the last time I did I was horrified at how massive and sluggish this pile of sh1t turned out in my 2013 Moto G. :eek:

The old app is much lighter and runs great, but certain stuff stopped working (dropped out APIs?). I was wondering if we could decide on hand-picking some old version(s) still more or less fully working (public transport info?) with great performance, for our beloved modders to tune up if so they wish, of course. :highfive:

Cheers :cool: everyone.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] santi68:
sorry if it has already been spoken I have not followed the thread for some time and I can not find it. already works on Android 7?

Enviado desde mi MI 4S mediante Tapatalk
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] intel.fan:
2017 and it still rocks =]
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] cajun86:
Old Maps rule

Got it working on my new S7 Active running M.M. All is normal and working smoothly, signed in too.

Thanks again genius.lizard2
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] MrBrady:
Which version did you use?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] cajun86:
6.14.4 maps and I'm am running M.M. 6.0.1 build QA1. I did sign out of the factory installed maps version to get it to work though. Good Luck
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] 1dtms:
but is directions via public transit working for you?

My old maps is working but I can't get public transit directions (only car driving) and no suggestions pop up when I try to search things (only will search whatever I enter)
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] cajun86:
Actually, I have never tried public transit ever until I just read your post. It is telling me no route found, If I am using it correctly.

It routes a car fine. For me, I use old maps more for the look and distance function it allows. The new version that came in this S7 active sucks.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] MrBrady:
What I really liked about Maps 6 was driving in Nav mode with POI showing as you drive.

Seems like POI aren't working. Have them selected in Layers but nothing is appearing.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] Edalat:
How can I downgrade My google maps on my smartphone from version 10 to 6 to active Navigation?

I tried all of solution but didn't work

thanks all
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] suffeks:
OK been using MapsD 6.14.4 on my S8 since for almost 2 years now no problem, looks like Google killed it... noooooo can someone mod it to keep it going? Either they are checking for user agent or took down the API url. i hate the new maps they are laggy af and the navigation is worse fps
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] latino147:
Same here, still a daily user, that is... Until a few days ago ?

Anyone having an idea how to make it work again will be a very liked person!
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] kamiLn2o:
same here :( RIP best navigation app ever?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] rickyroma:
"No Route Found" ... a sad day :( I will miss this app.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] amajamar:
Yes, that's why I'm here... Using this for what seems like a few years, and all of a sudden, it can't navigate anymore...
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] suffeks:
bump! anyone can send me the src code at least i will try fixing myself...
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] sjamie:
Yes, I almost cried last week when I realized Google finally killed this old (and better) version of GMaps. It served me well for many years across many devices. R.I.P. my good friend!
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] suffeks:
OK its working again!
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] MrBrady:
Interesting. Nav works. POI (points of interest) still don't, right? I loved the ability to be in driving mode and see restaurants, gas stations, etc around me.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] suffeks:
i dont use POIs, but i use the starred locations. it was buggy to enable it, had to sign in to app multiple times and clear cache and finally my stars showed up, maybe its the same thing for POIs not sure
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] rickyroma:
Still going strong... Recently bought a Poco F1 and this app still works in Miui 10 (pie)
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] sjamie:
Is searching for destinations along a route working for you guys? If so, which version of this mod are you currently using?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] latino147:
Anyone of you fellow mapsD users having this issue?

I rebooted my phone, didn't start the app and it's still using up battery on the background.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] rregn:
I use this maps now 4 years in a Kitkat phone, thanks! But now i have to upgrade to marshmallow, since some apps cannot run anymore with Kitkat.

As 2 people wrote, under marshmallow this app is not being installed. Is there another Version for marshmallow? I would miss it!