Google Maps has many features to help you reach your destination with as few surprises as possible. However, although one of the most feature-packed apps in the Google apps ecosystem, Google Maps is not known for having many options when it comes to switching up the look and feel of the experience. … [Read more...] about How to change the navigation voice in Google Maps
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Google Maps rolls out more AR and accessibility-focused features
Google has announced that beginning next week, it will start rolling out the "search in Live View" feature that it teased back in September, which uses the existing Live View technology found in Google Maps but makes it more interactive. This feature can help you find what's around you by simply … [Read more...] about Google Maps rolls out more AR and accessibility-focused features
Maps adds landmark aerial views and other safety features
This year's I/O conference, back in May, was full of announcements concerning AI and machine learning advancements. Google Maps was one of the applications to leverage much of this by implementing features that push the envelope and make the experience more helpful and fun to use. One of these … [Read more...] about Maps adds landmark aerial views and other safety features
New Google Maps “Nearby traffic” widget on the way
Yesterday, Google teased the upcoming launch of a new "Nearby traffic" widget for Google Maps and highlighted five of their favorite Android widget features. The new widget, which Google says will be launched "in the coming weeks," will show real-time traffic from your current location. … [Read more...] about New Google Maps “Nearby traffic” widget on the way
How to use Google Assistant Driving mode
In case you are not aware, Android Auto for phone screens – not the version of Android Auto that displays in your car's display – is going away soon in favor of Google Assistant driving mode. While Google Maps is still what your phone will use for navigation, Assistant driving mode makes it easier … [Read more...] about How to use Google Assistant Driving mode
Waze users can now connect to Apple Music on iPhone
Waze is a community-driven map app acquired by Google in 2013 and is a favorite among those who prefer more immediate user-submitted data during their drive. The app shares real-time information on traffic conditions, accidents, police traps, blocked roads, and weather conditions. It works by … [Read more...] about Waze users can now connect to Apple Music on iPhone
Google Maps’ Street View celebrates its 15 anniversary with a new camera and new features
Street View on Google Maps launched fifteen years ago today, and it is celebrating this monumental occasion with the release of new features and a brand new camera. This new camera weighs less than fifteen pounds. It is roughly the size of a house cat, making it highly portable, shippable, and … [Read more...] about Google Maps’ Street View celebrates its 15 anniversary with a new camera and new features
Google Maps gets “Immersive View” plus improvements in Eco-friendly routing and Live View announced at I/O
AI and machine learning advancements played a big role in all of the announcements made at Google I/O this year, and it's no surprise that one of the recipients of the AI treatment was Google Maps. Maps have been leveraging AI over the past few years by improving on its already really helpful … [Read more...] about Google Maps gets “Immersive View” plus improvements in Eco-friendly routing and Live View announced at I/O
Google Maps rolls out estimated toll prices and more detailed navigation, iOS improvements
Google Maps is rolling out a series of updates to the Android and iOS apps aimed at helping you plan your drive, save money and explore new places. More notable is the addition of estimated toll prices and a more detailed navigation map that now includes traffic lights and stop signs along your … [Read more...] about Google Maps rolls out estimated toll prices and more detailed navigation, iOS improvements
