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Mount Merapi — Sacred Peak of Java. Rising through veils of mist and crowned with drifting smoke, this active volcano commands sweeping views of terraced valleys, tropical forests, and distant temples; its steep, ash-brushed slopes and ever-changing skies make it a breathtaking fusion of geological power and serene beauty. Indonesia

New release 2025.10.16 is available! Highlights - Routing option to avoid steps - Improved first map download experience  - Improved fields available in editor following type objects - Android: Improved visibility and UI of instructions in navigation - Map: Bus station specific icons Full List https://lnkd.in/gZA7_mAz

To calculate the "best" routes and more accurate arrival time estimates, #CoMaps assigns so-called penalties to pedestrian crossings or traffic calming features such as speed bumps. For this to work, the data needs to be available and correct in #OpenStreetMap. On our blog, CoMaps contributor Jean-Baptiste shares some tips on how you can help with improving this data by finding tagging errors, all without having to do surveying in the field! https://lnkd.in/g9y4Myi9 #Routing #MappingCommunity

State of the Map 2026   Planning for #SOTM2026 is is well underway – Paris, France has been chosen as the host city. And CoMaps makes an appearance in the promotional video!   CoMaps perfectly embodies the vibrant energy that drives OpenStreetMap forward: collaboration, innovation, and a shared love for exploring the world one map tile at a time.   Take a look at the video: https://lnkd.in/gNn-tyft   #StateOfTheMap #OSM #MappingCommunity #MapYourWorld

CoMaps empowers you to reclaim the driver's seat of your software. Check out a great idea by reclaimcontrol.tech   Stop the Scroll - RECLAIM CONTROL   “We love technology. But today's tools are not delivering a faster, more efficient and reliable automated future; instead they trap us in products that can feel impossible to exit or change.”   “The first day of every month, let's #stopthescroll. Log off from corporate platforms for the day. Spend the time investing in healthier habits and more ethical, responsible, humane systems. Together we can leave toxic tech and reclaim our right to a better digital future.”   DISCONNECT TO RE-CONNECT   https://lnkd.in/gfP2FpEd     #stopthescroll #TechWellbeing #DigitalWellness #TechFreedom

Celebrating 15 Years of F‑Droid! September 29th marks the anniversary of the open‑source app repository we all love. Why it matters: F‑Droid’s mission aligns well with CoMaps—both champion Free/Libre Open‑Source Software (FLOSS) and community‑driven innovation. https://lnkd.in/g9MZk49Q Post from 2010: https://lnkd.in/g9EVSWeX Let’s keep building a freer tech ecosystem together! #FDroid #OpenSource #FLOSS

Did you know you can now add an address to OpenStreetMap directly from the CoMaps editor? Contributing info is easier than ever: Community impact – Every address improves navigation and discovery for millions of people worldwide. Get started today: 1) Tap ‘Add Place to OpenStreetMap’ and select the point where the address belongs 2) Select the ‘Address’ Category 3) Enter the address and tap 'Save' to submit to OSM Your small edit can make a big difference! #OpenStreetMap #MappingCommunity #GIS #CrowdsourcedData #DigitalCartography

Antelope Canyon – A Natural Masterpiece Carved over millennia, this Arizona slot canyon twists through towering sandstone walls etched with wave‑like patterns. Sunlight pours in, casting golden shafts that paint the reds, oranges, and golds of the rock—turning the canyon into a living work of art. #AntelopeCanyon #NatureMagic #TravelDreams #Wanderlust #Arizona

(pictures displayed in random order)   Meet the CoMaps Crew!   We’re a global family of volunteers—engineers, designers, community builders and dreamers—all united by one vision: A world in which the top choice for navigation software respects users' freedom and privacy, and is developed through open collaboration.   From sunrise in Asia to sunset in South America, the contributors collaborate across time zones, languages, and cultures. No salaries, no borders—just pure passion for open data and community‑driven cartography.   Why we love CoMaps: * Sleek, privacy‑focused navigation experience that works worldwide, without tracking or ads. * We learn from each other, sharing skills and stories along the way. * Our work lives online, so anyone can join the adventure at any time.   Excited by CoMaps? Get involved, donate, or just spread the word.   https://lnkd.in/gtMcfcDM   Together we turn plans into journeys.   #CoMaps #OpenMapping #VolunteerPower #GlobalCommunity

What’s your favorite Free/Libre & Open Source Software? Free/Libre & Open Source Software (FLOSS) empowers anyone to view, modify, and share the source code— no vendor lock‑in. It fuels collaboration, transparency, and innovation, letting communities build better, more secure tools together. switching.software has ethical, easy-to-use and privacy-conscious alternatives to well-known software. Check them out https://lnkd.in/eZ_pebP Drop your top pick in the comments and let’s celebrate the power of community‑driven tech! #FOSS #FLOSS #OpenSource #Community