Just yesterday, Google Maps for iOS received directions widget and iMessage app for location sharing. Now, the app is getting a timeline feature that allows users to get a quick view at the recently visited places and keep a track of them in an easy way.
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Google Maps for iOS has received a bunch of new features in latest update. The update that bumps the app to version 4.30.0 brings a new directions widget and a iMessage app for easier location sharing.
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Google Maps for Android has received an update that revamps the interface which makes it smarter and better. The latest makeover adds three tabs – Places, Driving and Transit at the bottom of the screen. Continue reading “Google Maps for Android gets revamped design, real-time commute data and more”
Google Maps for iOS has received a new update that adds a bunch of new features. The update that bumps the app to version 4.27.0 now gives you a heads up about how crowded your favorite place is thanks to a new feature dubbed as Popular Times. Continue reading “Google Maps for iOS adds real-time info about crowded places”
Google Maps has reportedly started showing parking availability for some users, according to Android Police. The parking availability will be displayed with a small rounded ‘P’ icon right next to the travel duration within the app. Continue reading “Google Maps starts showing parking availability for some users”
Google and Uber integration is going even deeper with the latest update. You can now now request a ride, see your driver en route, contact your driver, and follow your trip status directly from Google Maps. Prior to this update you could compare wait times and the pricing of available Uber options, including POOL, uberX, and uberXL, in Google Maps.
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Google has rolled out a new feature to Google Maps that will allow people to find public toilets around them. Starting today, the service has gone live in National Capital Region (NSR) and Madhya Pradesh.
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Apple is said to be using drones to improve Maps, according to a latest report from Bloomberg. Along with the drones, the company will also some indoor navigation tech to improve its app to better compete with Google. Continue reading “Apple reportedly using drones to improve Maps and combat Google Maps”
Google Maps has added a new features to its Android beta version. The v9.41.0 will come soon but the beta version app is out now. Continue reading “Google Maps Android beta gets satellite view and new features”
Google Maps for Android have received an update which brings voice command support. You can now get directions to their destination by simply saying “Ok Google” followed by a voice command. This saves you from the task of actually tap or even look at the screen.
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In a bid to make it easier for users to find directions, Google has updated Maps for Android with a small tweak. Maps will no show your current location with a blue beam.
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Google has officially updated Maps for Android with a Wi-Fi-only option that was being tested last month.
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Google has updated Maps for Android, iOS and desktop which brings a cleaner design and visual improvements.
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Google has started rolling out (via) new features for its Maps app on Android. The update brings WiFi only option to Maps along with the ability to get notifications when mass transit will be delayed. Continue reading “Google Maps for Android is getting WiFi only mode and mass transit delay”
Google Maps for Android has received an update (via) that lets you add multi waypoint directions to your desired destination for easier navigation. The latest update bumps the app to version 9.31.2 Continue reading “Google Maps for Android will now let you add multiple destinations”
