How to share your estimated arrival time on iPhone and Android
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Key Points:
- Apple Maps and Google Maps offer built-in ETA sharing features that provide live arrival updates to selected contacts automatically while navigating, enhancing safety by reducing distractions.
- On iPhone, users must enable location permissions and the Share ETA option in settings before starting navigation in Apple Maps to share their live ETA with contacts.
- Android users can share their live trip progress using Google Maps by starting navigation, accessing the trip menu, and selecting "Share trip progress" to send updates to contacts via app or link.
- Both apps automatically update arrival times based on traffic conditions and stop sharing once the destination is reached, allowing users to focus on driving without manual status updates.
- Sharing ETA improves communication safety and peace of mind during travel, especially in unfamiliar or late-night situations
