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 and Waze teams merge as Google continues its cost-cutting measures
We gathered that changes would be happening internally at Google ever since CEO Sundar Pichai uttered the phrase "Don't equate fun with money" as a response when fielding questions from concerned employees regarding the cost-saving measures that the company was taking. Some of these measures … [Read more...] about Google Maps and Waze teams merge as Google continues its cost-cutting measures
Waze gets dedicated app for Android Automotive in select vehicles
While most Android users use Android Auto — a platform that runs on the user's phone and projects the Android Auto user experience to a compatible in-vehicle infotainment system over a USB connection — there is a smaller subset of users that own a vehicle that supports Android Automotive which is … [Read more...] about Waze gets dedicated app for Android Automotive in select vehicles
Waze gets holly jolly with a new holiday driving experience
This year, Google is once again getting into the holiday spirit, and Waze users can get in on the fun. You can now activate a new experience within the Waze app that can swap out your navigation experience for a more jolly one as you drive along with Santa Claus or Mrs. Claus. Drivers who have … [Read more...] about Waze gets holly jolly with a new holiday driving experience
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
