Setting up offline maps on Google Maps for your Fitbit Versa 4 is not directly possible as the device does not support offline navigation within the Google Maps app. However, you can use Google Maps on your Versa 4 for basic navigation when connected to your smartphone. Here's how you can set up Google Maps on your Versa 4 and use it in conjunction with your phone for offline-like scenarios:
Setting Up Google Maps on Fitbit Versa 4
1. Ensure Compatibility: Google Maps is available for Fitbit Versa 4, but it requires an Android smartphone for full functionality. iPhone support was initially planned for 2023, but its status may vary.
2. Download Google Maps: On your Android phone, open the Fitbit app, go to your profile picture, and select the Google Maps tile. If it's not available, ensure your Fitbit app and device are updated.
3. Configure Google Maps on Versa 4: Once downloaded, Google Maps will appear in your watch's app list. However, step-by-step navigation does not currently work directly on the watch.
4. Connect Your Devices: Ensure your Versa 4 is connected to your smartphone via Bluetooth. This connection is necessary for Google Maps to function on your watch.
Using Google Maps Offline on Your Smartphone
While you can't use offline maps directly on the Versa 4, you can download offline maps on your smartphone and use it in conjunction with your watch for navigation:
1. Open Google Maps: On your Android smartphone, open the Google Maps app.
2. Download Offline Maps: Tap your profile picture, then select "Offline Maps." Choose "Select Your Own Map" to download an area for offline use.
3. Navigate Offline: Once downloaded, you can use Google Maps on your smartphone for navigation even without an internet connection. The Versa 4 will display basic navigation information if connected to your phone.
Limitations
- Offline Navigation on Watch: The Versa 4 does not support offline navigation directly. You must rely on your smartphone for offline map usage.
- Auto-Start Navigation: On the Versa 4, navigation auto-starts for cycling and walking but must be manually activated for driving.
By following these steps, you can effectively use Google Maps on your Versa 4 in conjunction with your smartphone, even though offline maps are not directly supported on the watch.
Citations:[1] https://support.google.com/maps/answer/6291838?hl=en&co=GENIE.Platform%3DAndroid
[2] https://blog.google/products/maps/google-maps-offline/
[3] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5ZE7U_zAsA
[4] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CToEQ_v7sMA
[5] https://albar965.github.io
[6] https://community.fitbit.com/t5/Versa-4/Can-t-set-up-Google-Maps-on-my-Versa-4/td-p/5386107
[7] https://9to5google.com/2022/12/21/google-maps-fitbit-download/
[8] https://guidebooks.google.com/android/usetheappsonyourphone/navigateofflinewithgooglemaps?hl=en