iPod touch Question about Maps app

[chall5]

Do I have to be connected to a hotspot to use the Google maps app or are the maps actually downloaded to the iPod so I can use them whilst offline ?

 

[Mercod]

You have to be online. It's like Google Earth for PC/Mac - you need a connection to view maps/satellite photos. However, there seems to be a cache so maps you have already viewed are available offline.

 

[Dikkers]

ahh thats good, thanks for responding Mercod. So if you're gonna be in an area, check out it's maps befor eyou go, hah