Location Services Google wants to show all Android location-sharing settings in one place Android location settings are currently managed on a per-app basis, but that might be changing. Google Maps is giving you more control over your location data That little blue dot on Maps is getting a little more useful. Google agrees to pay Washington state $40 million over location tracking claims The company was accused last year of misleading consumers about how it tracks users' location. Latest about Location Services Path updated with tweaked UI, half support for Nike+ By Phil Nickinson last updated 23 October 18 Apps & Software Google unveils 'News near you' -- location tracking still optional By Joshua Munoz last updated 23 October 18 Apps & Software Google Maps makes finding 'places' even easier By Phil Nickinson last updated 23 October 18 Apps & Software Google acquires sharing service Bump By Andrew Martonik last updated 23 October 18 Apps & Software Google Now making it clear that it is keeping location data By Andrew Martonik last updated 23 October 18 Apps & Software Foursquare update improves 'explore' interface By Andrew Martonik last updated 23 October 18 Apps & Software New Foursquare update lets you flag venue info on the fly By Phil Nickinson last updated 23 October 18 Accessories Ingress update lets users submit portal locations and information fixes By Andrew Martonik last updated 23 October 18 Apps & Software Google unveils three new location APIs for developers By Andrew Martonik last updated 23 October 18 Google Maps Required reading: Skyhook lawsuit sheds light on Google's power over manufacturers By Phil Nickinson last updated 23 October 18 Phones 1 2 3 4 Archives Be an expert in 5 minutesGet the latest news from Android Central, your trusted companion in the world of AndroidContact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors LATEST ARTICLES1Chrome for Android is getting extensions, but not like you’d expect2The new Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 aims to make premium features a bit more accessible3Motorola Edge 60 Fusion is a new premium mid-range phone with AI and durability4Amazon is still slashing 20% OFF these noise-cancelling earbuds from JBL – but how long can it last?5Meta is now the 'Official Fan Technology Partner' of UFC — here's what that means
Google unveils 'News near you' -- location tracking still optional By Joshua Munoz last updated 23 October 18
Google Now making it clear that it is keeping location data By Andrew Martonik last updated 23 October 18
New Foursquare update lets you flag venue info on the fly By Phil Nickinson last updated 23 October 18
Ingress update lets users submit portal locations and information fixes By Andrew Martonik last updated 23 October 18
Required reading: Skyhook lawsuit sheds light on Google's power over manufacturers By Phil Nickinson last updated 23 October 18
