When printed on paper, maps have been severely limited by their medium: two dimensions, frozen in content, space, and time. But even after a decade of digital maps online and in applications, we still use them in much the same way as centuries before: squinting closer or stepping back, looking left or right.
Instead, let's harness the full potential of our new medium. By adding layers of motion and interactivity, we can turn maps into a starting point for exploration of vastly richer forms of information, and better anticipate needs of the user.