You can get most out of Google Maps for Android with different information layers to overlay on the map.
Turn on the traffic layer to see live traffic and avoid the congestion.
Turn on the satellite layer to get an overhead view of the world.
Switch on the transit layer to overlay public transit routes.
Use the biking layer to find the best way to get around with your bicycle.
You can also view the custom maps you create in Google Maps for desktop.
There are even more layers to choose from, so start exploring today.