In Android 4.1 and 4.2 "Jelly Bean," Google Maps allows you to save a portion of a map so you can use it offline.
20. Download a map (Jelly Bean)
Google Maps integration is undoubtedly one of the best parts of owning an Android device. The service is every bit as reliable as its desktop counterpart, and offers accurate turn-by-turn directions to boot. But obtaining all that map data requires a data connection, and sometimes that's a dicey proposition when you're in an area with spotty coverage -- or when you're nearing the upper edge of a capped data plan. For those situations, Jelly Bean lets you download maps ahead of time so you can consult them offline. When you're on a Wi-Fi network (or in an area with a good data network), click the three dots in the lower-right of Google Maps and select "Make available offline." You'll be able to select the area you want to save, and Google will download the map for you to pore over later at your leisure.
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