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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.

Google Maps expands Immersive View, introduces glanceable directions
By Derrek Lee published
Road trip! New updates to Google Maps make it easier to plan trips or get sidetracked with glanceable directions. Immersive View is also rolling out to more countries and landmarks.

Google Maps Street View is making a big comeback in Germany
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
The company will launch Street View cars to capture new images this year.

Best Google travel tips and tricks
By Namerah Saud Fatmi published
Create the perfect holiday plans with some help from Google. From snagging the cheapest flights to curating the best itineraries, these are all the best travel tips and tricks for Google.
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