I won't completely gove up on OSM, but it isn't as easy as I'd hoped. I know the why it is important to switch to OSM, but the how is my roadblock. I've seen a few videos on YT, but still struggle....so, don't use it much. In a perfect world, I'd use it exclusively. For example, I found adding businesses difficult, so that must explain why, in an American metro suburb, there are almost no businesses on OSM. I am in love with the concept of FOSS, but everything about it is an uphill battle....a lot of time learning, failing, getting the courage to try again...
this post was submitted on 15 Aug 2021
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Curious: Saw one that page that a new update is available. I haven't been prompted to update on my Android - thought I installed app via FDroid, but maybe I was unable to so used G. Play (idk). Now, on FDroid, didn't see that it read version 4, but it says updated 2 months ago. Somehow, i was able to install the app from FDroid, but don't see 2 separate apps (thankfully) nor did I get any error messages.
Which app are you talking about? StreetComplete is a super app to easily contribute to existing OSM features. With OsmAnd it is also possible to add businesses to OSM.
I'd like it to be easier. I'll look into the app you suggested....some day.