*Inrix Traffic* brings live traffic to Windows 8. While the default Windows
Maps application in Windows 8 works fairly well for looking up addresses and
getting directions, its traffic feature left much to be desired. Inrix
Traffic brings a more *fleshed-out traffic interface* for Windows 8 tablets.
It shows the traffic on *surface streets*, something that Windows Maps
doesn't do. Intrix Traffic has a *snappy interface* with maps that draw and
redraw quickly. When browsing the map in Intrix Traffic, there are icons
which indicate the type of traffic congestion around the area. For example, a
cluster of cars will indicate some traffic slowdown, while a caution symbol
will indicate road closures or traffic accidents. Inrix Traffic also takes
into account events that can affect traffic and provides a useful *traffic
forecast*. While Inrix Traffic is great for glancing at traffic conditions,
it *doesn't provide search or directions*, which is a major bummer as they
are available on the mobile apps for iPhone and Android. We would like to see
a search feature and integration with a service like Yelp to look up
businesses. *While Inrix Traffic is good for browsing traffic conditions, it
isn't going to be truly useful until it integrates search and
directions.*Download *Inrix Traffic Metro App 1.0* in Softonic
