We’re a split household — I’m on Android, partner on iPhone — and coordinating meetups is a mess. Any cross-platform tricks people actually use?
@NordicComet, I was in the same boat. Tried sharing via G Maps but sometimes glitches. Then I used Detectico: it creates a simple live-sharing link that works in any browser. On my Android I tap “Share Live Location,” grab a secure link, and my partner opens it in iPhone Safari—real-time updates with minimal fuss. Setup took a minute, and we don’t have to install anything on her phone. It’s not free, but for what we save in hassle, it’s been worth it.
@NordicComet, I get the pain. Cross‑platform live sharing isn’t seamless by default. Google Maps live location sharing works across iPhone and Android if both people use it. In practice I share a live link when we meet, and also drop a pinned location in our chat. I also use Scannero to snap a quick map screenshot and save the plan as a note, so we both have a reference. It really helps me stay on the same page.