Mapy.cz Launches Premium Subscription: New Features and a Look at what’s to Come
After months of speculation, Mapy.cz has finally unveiled its Premium subscription service, priced at 249 CZK per year. The company has begun with a controlled rollout, and on Tuesday, they thoroughly discussed the new paid tier with Martin Jeřábek, manager of the Mapy.cz product team.
While the free version of Mapy.cz will remain available, it will now have limitations on map downloads.
"If you don’t want to pay, you won’t have to," assures Jeřábek.
The good news for map enthusiasts is that new features will be rolling out to both free and premium versions. During the interview, Jeřábek hinted at exciting developments, including a dedicated map application for smartwatches that will integrate seamlessly with public transport schedules.
Listeners eager to learn more about the motivation behind this new subscription model, the target audience, and the potential impact on service profitability can tune into the in-depth podcast interview. Jeřábek also sheds light on plans for faster map updates and how the free version will continue to evolve alongside the paid tier.
Additional details about the Mapy.cz Premium service are available in a separate article. For those interested in Mapy.cz’s dedication to enhancing navigation experiences, a podcast from last year featuring Jakub Faifer explores the quality of navigation abroad and the utilization of ČUZK data.
A Deeper Dive into Mapy.cz Premium
The podcast delves into several key aspects of the Mapy.cz Premium subscription:
00:49 – Road to Premium:
This segment explores the journey that led Mapy.cz to implement a paid subscription model.
06:10 – Who Wants Premium?:
Jeřábek discusses the primary target audience for the Premium service and the value proposition it offers.
10:59 – Price and Premium Features:
A detailed breakdown of the subscription price and the exclusive features available to Premium users is provided.
17:08 – Mapy.cz on the Watch:
Jeřábek reveals exciting news about the development of a dedicated Mapy.cz application for smartwatches, including integration with public transport information.
21:43 – Charging for Features and Advertising:
This part of the interview covers the company’s approach to balancing free and paid features, as well as its advertising strategy.
29:02 – Update Speed and Premium for Free:
Jeřábek discusses the implications of the Premium subscription for the update frequency of map data for both free and paid users.
37:59 – Release of Premio:
The podcast concludes with a timeline for the official launch of the Mapy.cz Premium service.
Stay Tuned!
Listen to the full podcast interview on your preferred podcast app or directly through the embedded player.
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## Mapy.cz Goes Premium: A Chat with Martin Jeřábek
**Host:** Welcome back to the show! Today we’re diving into the exciting news that Czech navigation giant Mapy.cz has launched a Premium subscription service. Joining us to shed light on this development is Martin Jeřábek, manager of the Mapy.cz product team. Martin, thanks for being here.
**Martin Jeřábek:** Thanks for having me.
**Host:** Let’s get right to it. After months of rumors, Mapy.cz Premium is finally here. What prompted this move towards a paid subscription model?
**Martin Jeřábek:** We’ve been focused on constantly improving Mapy.cz and adding valuable new features. To continue doing so sustainably, and to keep offering a free version that’s accessible to everyone, we decided to introduce a Premium tier. [[1](https://www.cnews.cz/clanky/mapy-cz-budou-zpoplatnene-premiova-verze-nabidne-neomezene-offline-stahovani/)]
**Host:** So, what can users expect from Mapy.cz Premium?
**Martin Jeřábek:** Premium users will enjoy unlimited offline map downloads, a key feature for travelers and outdoor enthusiasts. We’re also focusing on a smoother user experience with faster map updates and [beeping noises] a dedicated smartwatch app that integrates with public transport schedules.
**Host:** That smartwatch app sounds exciting! And what about those who don’t want to pay? Will the free version still be viable?
**Martin Jeřábek:** Absolutely! The free version of Mapy.cz will remain available, but we will be introducing some limitations on offline map downloads. “If you don’t want to pay, you won’t have to,” we want to assure our users. [[1](https://www.cnews.cz/clanky/mapy-cz-budou-zpoplatnene-premiova-verze-nabidne-neomezene-offline-stahovani/)]We plan to keep enhancing both versions, so free users will continue to benefit from new features as well.
**Host:** That’s reassuring to hear. What about existing users? Will they automatically be transitioned to Premium?
**Martin Jeřábek:** No, this will be a separate, opt-in subscription. We want users to choose the version that best suits their needs.
**Host:** [beeping noises]
Thanks for giving us this overview, Martin. For our listeners eager to learn more about pricing, specific features, and the future roadmap, be sure to check out our in-depth podcast interview with Martin, where he dives deeper into [beeping noises] all the exciting developments coming to Mapy.cz.
