In the last chapter, we completely geeked out on how to dynamically link directly into the native GPS systems of iOS and Android. Now, let's consider another approach. The client wanted the opportunity to show the user the street address, a map, and give them another chance to call for delivery. In this case, simply linking to the native GPS systems won't suffice. We can still trigger that type of behavior if the user clicks on the address or the map, but as a step in between, we can inject a static map from Google (https://developers.google.com/maps/documentation/staticmaps/)

Is it as whizz-bang as bringing up the app directly to start the turn-by-turn directions? Nope, but it's a heck of a lot faster and may be all that the user needs. They may instantly recognize the location and decide that, yes actually, they would rather call instead. Remember to always approach things from the user's perspective. It's not always about doing the coolest thing we can.

Let's take a look...