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If you're only using Google Maps for driving directions, you're missing out on its best features

Like a lot of people I imagine, I consider Google Maps a lifeline for driving. I first started using it for navigation when I was living in Austin, Texas, and you can tell -- my map of the city is ...

We use Telegram for road trip coordination because Google Maps is missing this essential feature

Google Maps doesn't offer a way to track others on the same route within the app. This feature would be incredibly useful ...
Android

Gemini Comes to Google Maps for Conversational Driving Experience

Google is integrating Gemini into Google Maps to offer a smarter, hands-free navigation experience. The latest update adds conversational search for places along routes, proactive traffic alerts, and ...
Android Authority

Google Maps on cars will 'see' what lane you're in to give you better directions

The Maps app is gaining live lane guidance in cars with Google built-in. This feature uses AI to analyze lane markings and road signs captured by the car’s front-facing camera to tailor directions ...
CNET

Google Maps Is Getting More Hands-Free for When You're Driving

Macy is a writer on the AI Team. She covers how AI is changing daily life and how to make the most of it. This includes writing about consumer AI products and their real-world impact, from ...