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”
Google Maps beta app is now available through the Google Play. You can sign up to be a beta testers for the unreleased version of the Maps app. Continue reading “Google Maps beta now on Google Play, v9.27 adds 2 new notification settings and more”
Google has updated Maps with a couple of important features. The update adds traffic alerts to Maps to help you from getting stuck in heavy traffic jams.
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Google has added a cool customization option that will let you choose the icon that appears for your home and work addresses. The update that bumps the app to version 9.22 adds the ability for users to choose from an array of stickers as their favourite icon for home and work address.
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Google Maps is expanding integration of five new ride hailing services across the world into its apps. The service is adding Ola Cabs in India, 99Taxis in Brazil, Hailo in the UK and Spain, mytaxi in Germany and Spain, and Gett in the UK.
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Months after Google Maps for Android got the feature, the iOS app has finally received the option add detours to your route, without having to exit out of navigation. This feature is available in over 100 countries worldwide where Google Maps navigation is available. The latest update also brings several bug fixes. Continue reading “Google Maps for iOS gets option to add detours to your route”
