Google Maps v7.0 for Android starts rolling out, brings new design, enhanced navigation and more


Google Maps 7.0 for Android

Google unveiled the new Google Maps back at the Google I/O last month. Now Google has started rolling out the Google Maps v7.0 update for Android users (Android 4.0.3 and later) that brings new features including a new design for Android tablets and, enhanced navigation including live traffic updates, dynamic rerouting that shows you quicker alternate route available automatically, new methods of discovery that would let you find places to eat, drink, shop, play etc. and lots more new features.

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New features in Google Maps v7.0 for Android

  • New design for Android phones and tablets
  • Enhanced navigation including live traffic updates, incident reports and dynamic rerouting
  • Explore: A new way to browse and discover popular local places to eat, drink, shop, play and sleep

The new update would gradually roll out for Android devices running on 4.0.3 and later over the next few weeks. Google has removed Latitude and check-ins from the Google Maps app. The update would soon be available for iOS.

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