Boldly Go to Your Next Destination with the Waze Star Trek Experience

[Rodger Jorge Mansfield]

Boldly Go to Your Next Destination with the Waze Star Trek Experience

Add a touch of science fiction to your commute by navigating with The Doctor from Star Trek guiding your route in Waze.

Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

March 6, 2026

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Imagine your daily commute feeling less like a chore and more like an adventure through space. 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Drive with Star Trek.

Waze has teamed up with Star Trek to make that happen for drivers, blending navigation with a beloved sci-fi universe.

Feature Explanation

The new “Drive with Star Trek” experience in Waze lets you navigate with voice guidance provided by The Doctor (voiced by Robert Picardo), the holographic medic from Star Trek: Starfleet Academy as your co-pilot. 

You can also customize your in-app mood and vehicle icon to fit the Star Trek theme.

Why It Matters

This is more than a cosmetic change. 

Special voice packs and themed icons make the navigation experience more fun, keep users engaged with directions, and highlight how Waze continues to collaborate with pop culture franchises to make everyday tasks feel fresh and enjoyable.

What You’ll Gain

• Navigation with a recognizable voice familiar to Star Trek fans.
• Themed map icons and moods for visual flair.
• Keeps routine drives entertaining and memorable.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Here's how to do it.

iOS and Android

1. Open the Waze app (iOS / Android). 
2. Tap the menu icon.
3. Tap Pick a Sidekick.
4. Tap Drive with Star Trek.
5. Toggle these options on:

• Voice directions: English (US).
• Car icon: Visible only to you.
• Mood: How you appear on the map to other drivers.

fig. 1 - Enable Drive with Star Trek Example

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Brings entertainment value to navigation.
• Great for fans of the franchise.
• Encourages use of Waze over default navigation in some cases.

Cons

• Not a utility feature if you’re looking only for efficiency.
• Some drivers may find character voices distracting.
• The novelty could wear off over time.

Feature Access

This experience is currently available globally in English for Waze users who have updated to the latest app version.

Score

Criterion  |  Score (0–10)  |  Justification

Value 7

Adds enjoyment but does not change core navigation accuracy.

Usability 8

Easy to activate and use.

Wow Factor 9

Themed experience feels fresh and fun.

Total: 24/30  |  👍 Good

A fun, engaging navigation twist for Star Trek fans, best for users who enjoy themed experiences.

Key Takeaways

This new feature turns routine navigation into an entertaining experience with character-voice guidance and theme customization. 

It is especially fun for fans and anyone who enjoys adding personality to ordinary tasks.

Cool Tip Snapshot

• Feature Name: Drive with Star Trek.
• Platform(s): Waze on iOS and Android.
• Quick Benefit: Make drives more engaging and thematic.
• Access Type: Free with Waze app update.

Try It Yourself

Update Waze, find the Star Trek experience in the menu, apply it, and enjoy your next drive with a voice from the final frontier. 

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Rodger Mansfield, a seasoned technology expert and editor of OneCoolTip.com, transforms complex tech into practical advice for everyday users. His Cool Tips empower readers to stay productive, secure, and one step ahead in the digital world.

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