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.
For those interested in exploring more from the Live podcast team, you can find their weekly show, "Týden Živé," released in audio format every Monday.
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## Mapy.cz Goes Premium: An Interview with Martin Jeřábek
**Host:** Welcome back to the show, folks. Today we’re diving deep into the exciting world of online mapping with Martin Jeřábek, the product manager for Mapy.cz. Martin, thanks for joining us.
**Jeřábek:** Thank you for having me.
**Host:** So, the big news is the launch of Mapy.cz Premium. After months of speculation, it’s finally here! Can you tell our listeners a bit about what prompted this move towards a subscription model?
**Jeřábek:** Of course. At Mapy.cz, we’re constantly striving to improve our services and bring our users the best possible navigation experience. To do that, we need to invest in new features, faster updates, and expanded data coverage. The Premium subscription allows us to dedicate more resources to these areas and ultimately deliver a more comprehensive and powerful mapping platform.
**Host:** That makes sense. You mentioned new features. Can you give us a sneak peek at what Premium subscribers can expect?
**Jeřábek:** Absolutely! We’re working on a suite of exciting additions, including a dedicated Mapy.cz app for smartwatches that will seamlessly integrate with public transportation schedules. This will revolutionize how people navigate public transit, offering real-time information right on their wrists.
**Host:** That sounds incredibly convenient. Now, for listeners using the free version of Mapy.cz, are there any changes they should be aware of?
**Jeřábek:** We want to reassure all our free users that Mapy.cz will remain free to use. However, there will be some limitations on map downloads. We believe this is a fair approach that allows us to offer both a robust free service and a premium experience with enhanced features.
**Host:** “If you don’t want to pay, you won’t have to,” as you said before.
**Jeřábek:** Exactly. Access to the core functionality of Mapy.cz remains free for everyone.
**Host:** That’s great to hear.Martin, what’s your vision for the future of Mapy.cz?
**Jeřábek:**
We aim to be the undisputed leader in online mapping in the Czech Republic and beyond. We’re committed to constantly innovating, expanding our data coverage, and providing a truly user-centric experience for both free and premium users.
**Host:** Well, Martin, thank you so much for giving us this insight into the exciting future of Mapy.cz. We look forward to seeing what you have in store next! [1](https://www.zive.cz/clanky/mapycz-premium-vyhody-cena-jak-ziskat-zdarma/sc-3-a-231692/default.aspx) .
