36Using Maps
The next logical step for RunTracker is to show the user a map of his or her travels. Using the new Google Maps API (version 2), this is an easy task. In this chapter, you will create a new RunMapFragment class to display a map showing the track of the user’s run and interactive markers that indicate the start and end of the journey.
Before starting with the fun stuff, however, you must set up your project to use the Maps API.
Adding the Maps API to RunTracker
The Maps API (version 2) is provided by the Google Play services SDK, and has several requirements for both your development environment and your application.
Use a real device to test maps
The Google Play services SDK (and thus the Maps API) requires a real device running at least ...
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