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Google Maps revolutionises navigation; new feature guides you to building entrances

7Mar

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Google Maps revolutionises navigation; new feature guides you to building entrances

[ad_1] Google Maps, a navigation juggernaut, has continually evolved its platform with advanced features since its inception. However, one basic yet crucial aspect was missing – directing users to the precise entrances of buildings or locations. Acknowledging this gap, Google is now incorporating a feature to address this common navigational challenge. According to a recent report by Android Police, the latest version (11.17.0101) of the Google Maps app for Android is currently testing the display of entrances in select locations across Germany and the United States. The feature has been tested across various establishments such as cafes, offices, supermarkets, hardware stores, and restaurants in cities like Las Vegas, San Francisco, Berlin, and New York City. Notably, the entrances are...

AI-powered Immersive View on Google Maps: Google engineer explains how it works

14Feb

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AI-powered Immersive View on Google Maps: Google engineer explains how it works

[ad_1] In recent months, Google Maps has been aiming to make navigating less complicated by converting how content appears on the map. In its efforts, Google has modified the colours for water and green areas, and it is making plans to change how the navigation appears, however, that hasn't occurred yet. But the maximum interesting change occurred last February when Google delivered something referred to as Immersive View for routes. It's been 12 months since it started, and now we can see the way it works.Immersive View on Google MapsImmersive View in Maps is a mixture of regular navigation and Street View, with a few clever laptop stuff thrown in. This offers you a top-down view of your direction, but there may be a number of computer paintings going on in the heritage. In an exclusiv...

Google Maps overhauls navigation interface for Android with streamlined interface and modernised features

9Feb

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Google Maps overhauls navigation interface for Android with streamlined interface and modernised features

[ad_1] Google Maps, a long-standing favourite among Android users for navigation, has consistently received updates to maintain its relevance and usability. Recent alterations have introduced location-specific weather information and revamped visuals, aligning the app more closely with the aesthetics of iOS. Now, a fresh redesign of the navigation layout is on the horizon, promising enhanced user experience.Redesigned Navigation InterfaceThe navigation interface in Google Maps typically appears upon selecting a destination. Initially, tapping a location marker summons a card at the bottom half of the screen, offering quick access to navigation initiation, as well as options to view photos, ratings, and accessibility details. This card can be expanded for a comprehensive view, facilitati...

Google Maps transforms dining experience, matching food photos to menu details

22Jan

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Google Maps transforms dining experience, matching food photos to menu details

[ad_1] If you have ever found yourself scrolling through restaurant images on Google Maps, desperately trying to uncover the name of that delectable dish captured in a user-uploaded photo, your culinary mystery-solving days might be coming to an end. Google is addressing this common dilemma by enriching real food photos on its platform with essential details such as dish names and prices. A Visual Feast with InformationThis feature is integrated into the Photos tab of restaurant, cafe, and similar listings. Now, as you swipe through the images, some are accompanied by a handy card at the bottom, revealing the dish's name and how it's described on the menu. Additional details like price and labels such as "Popular" or "Vegetarian" accompany the dish information. Google collects this dat...

Google Maps introduces AI-powered features in India: Lens in Maps, Address Descriptors and more

20Dec

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Google Maps introduces AI-powered features in India: Lens in Maps, Address Descriptors and more

[ad_1] As the year comes to a close, Google has rolled out several new features to Google Maps in India. This move aims to enhance the overall user experience of the app as well as set the base for the next year and beyond. One of the standout features of this expansive update is the Lens integration which leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to make searching things easier. It is the latest in line with a slew of AI features rolled out onto the platform lately. Rumours have also hinted that the tech giant might be planning to roll out an AI chatbot in Maps, but more about that later. Check out all the new AI-powered features rolled out in Google Maps such as Lens in Maps, Live View walking navigation, and more.Google Maps new featuresIn a blog post, Google announced that it is finall...

Google Maps color palette now available for Android Auto; check what changed

26Nov

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Google Maps color palette now available for Android Auto; check what changed

[ad_1] Google Maps has become the most essential app to travel anywhere within any city, state, or for that matter, any country these days. Whether you have to travel to far routes or you have to check the routes with heavy traffic, Google Maps is perfect to move freely on roads. Now, Google Maps has introduced a significant visual update. Google Maps color palette has been revamped and it is now available on Android Auto as well. Know what has been changed in your on-road go-to partner so that you can benefit from it:Google Maps color palette revampedAccording to a report by 9To5 Google, the recent update in Google Maps replaces the traditional warm colors with a colder palette. Google Maps color palette now has a mint shade for parks and forests and transitioned roads to a sleek gray....

3 ways Google Maps protects users from fake and unhelpful content

25Nov

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3 ways Google Maps protects users from fake and unhelpful content

[ad_1] Google Maps has recently shared insights into how the recently redesigned platform proactively detects fake and unhelpful content and takes action against it. Recently, Google Maps received a number of major updates including Immersive View for routes, new AI features, and a new color palette. However, these features have made it even more important to keep the platform safe from fake reviews and misinformation. Google has revealed three different ways it is combating such content and making the platform robust for its users. Let us take a look. Posting in a blog post, Google Maps said, “With over 20 million reviews, photos, business hour updates and other contributions added to Maps each day, we're invested in making sure information is accurate and unhelpful content is removed…...

New Google features on the way: Maps chatbot, Chrome tab memory consumption, and more

9Nov

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New Google features on the way: Maps chatbot, Chrome tab memory consumption, and more

[ad_1] Google has been planning a slew of upgrades for its various platforms. The tech giant recently started testing two new generative AI features for YouTube, while also unveiling several generative AI features such as ‘Help me write' for Gmail. But that's just the tip of the iceberg as Google has reportedly planned multiple new features across its platforms such as Maps, Gmail, and Chrome. Know what's coming.Google Chrome memory consumptionOne feature that has already arrived on Chrome is memory usage. While Google had already added a Memory Saver option earlier this year, Chrome now lets users see the memory consumption of each tab when they hover over it. Along with the domain and the name of the website, Chrome will tell you the memory consumed by that tab in the format ‘Memory U...

Latest Google Maps update will save you so much time

1Aug

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Latest Google Maps update will save you so much time

[ad_1] Have you used Google Assistant for any of your queries? If yes, then you have a new update that you may not have noticed. Notably, the Google Assistant is now integrated with Google Maps. Google has rolled out a new feature that enables users to issue directions in the Google Maps app. Sounds cool, right? Google Speech was in use for over a decade now and with this new Google Maps update to the Google Assistant, the app can be utilised more effectively.Check out the new Google Maps updateGoogle News Telegram channel reported that Google Maps is replacing its Speech Services with Google Assistant voice typing. The report briefly explained how the new feature works. It stated that in the earlier version, the microphone button in the search bar would display a square speech-to-text ...

Google Maps to soon bring AR-based search with Live View

20Nov

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Google Maps to soon bring AR-based search with Live View

[ad_1] Google first revealed an augmented reality-based Live View search feature for Maps back in September, and the company is now prepared to roll out the upgrade. Tech conglomerate Google first revealed an augmented reality-based Live View search feature for Maps back in September, and the company is now prepared to roll out the upgrade.According to GSM Arena, the new functionality, however, will be made available in select cities starting with Los Angeles, London, New York, Paris, San Francisco and Tokyo. The feature works just like the current Live View that helps users to navigate using the phone's camera in real-time. The Live View mode will overlay arrows on top of a user's surroundings as well as point to landmarks or other places they are looking for. Using billions of Stree...