Latest about Google Maps
Google adds weather to Clock and Maps on Android, alarm sync for Pixel Watch
By Nickolas Diaz published
Rain or sunshine? Google has added local weather features to its default Clock app and Maps for Android devices.
Google adds more accessibility options across Maps, Search, and Chrome
By Samuel Dunsiger published
Accessibility updates galore On the heels of Google's Magnifer accessibility app making its debut on the Pixel 8 series, the tech giant is taking accessibility to the next level on its suite of platforms.
Fun Google Maps update brings emoji to your saved places
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Smiley face Saving places is one of the nicest features of Google Maps. Adding customizable emojis to them makes it more fun to use.
Google Maps gains a useful sidebar full of options on Android Auto
By Nickolas Diaz published
Quick access Google is rolling out a useful update for Maps on Android Auto which gives drivers a convenient sidebar of controls.
Google Assistant brings faster voice search to Google Maps
By Nickolas Diaz published
Assistant in Maps Google Maps rolls out a new, "faster" speech-to-text feature called "Assistant voice typing."
Meta, Amazon, and Microsoft team up to take on Google Maps
By Nickolas Diaz published
The Overture Maps Foundation releases its first map dataset as it looks to power the next generation of open map data.
Android Auto finally ditches an annoying restriction when using Google Maps
By Jay Bonggolto published
It's back Android Auto is finally allowing simultaneous Google Maps navigation on your phone and in the car.
Job cuts hit Waze as Google consolidates its mapping efforts
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Google acquired Waze a decade ago. However, the company has been working as a separate entity with its own ads system. The search giant reportedly decides to change the ads system with its ads.
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