The Finnish cell phone giant is transforming data gathered anonymously from opt-in smartphone apps, portable navigation devices and car navigation systems to map the metabolism of urban mobility.
HERE is aggregating these data streams into a broader mosaic of mapping data that includes a large compilation of both commercial and consumer probe data, a vast network of stationary sensors, event-based data collected from government sources and historical traffic records.
"We process billions of GPS probe points per month for our traffic services," Nokia told a reporter from Phys.org.
Per Engadget:
Nokia Here collection vehicles aren't the only way the Finnish giant is gathering data about our highways and city streets. The company's researchers are also using anonymous smartphone, PND and even CAN bus data to further our understanding of traffic flow and driver behavior in different conditions. Beyond improving maps and navigation, the goal is to make our roads better and cars smarter. We recently spoke with Nokia's Jane Macfarlane, Head of Research for Here, who shared how her team is bringing map data to life with the collaboration of opt-in smartphone users and fleet vehicle operators. Take a look at our gallery below and watch the video after the break.
Engadget assembled a great slideshow about the maps, which you can check out here.
