Whether you're planning you next hike or wondering how hilly your next road trip will be, you can find elevations in Google ...

Beyond that, PiunikaWeb notes that the latest beta version of Google Maps, v11.125, adds new strings which hint at future support for location sharing that uses satellite.

With satellite connectivity, Google Maps will be able to give you periodic updates on your location, even when you’re offline or out of cellular range. Editorial Note: Talk Android may contain ...