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Why paper maps are back
The story highlights a surprising comeback for paper maps, even as digital navigation is everywhere. People are finding physical maps useful when GPS signals fail, like during internet outages in Russia. They also offer a different way to engage with travel, encouraging more active navigation and a broader view of an area than a small screen.
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Paper maps outsell GPS, even tripling demand in some citiesThis explainer came from a news story
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