Google Maps now has group polling to help you decide where to eat
Dealing with a group of people can be hard work sometimes -- and that's before you need to decide where to eat. Don't worry, Google is adding a new feature that should make it easier to decide where to chow down. Google Maps for iOS and Android will now feature group polling tools for easy decisions.
Google tracks your location — even when you deny it permission
According to a new investigation by the Associated Press, Google is tracking your location -- even when you tell it not to. The findings prove that many Google services on both Android and iPhones store location data, regardless of whether privacy settings say otherwise.
Google Maps’ location sharing now lets you track battery status
With Google Maps, you can find directions and also share your location with others. The company is now rolling out a new feature within the app -- the ability to share your battery level. When sharing your location, you'll be able to see a friend or family member's battery status as well.
New Google Maps update is rolling out with location-based recommendations
Google showed off a new version of Maps at Google I/O 2018, and now that redesign is finally rolling out. The new version of Maps brings with it a number of great features, including personalized recommendations based on your location history, and a "For you" tab that shows you new restaurants.
Google Street View gives woman a special gift — an image of her late mother
A former Florida woman hoping for a little piece of home got it. Thanks to modern technology and infrequently updated Street View imagery, when Denise Underhill decided to check out her mother's old home using the mapping service, she saw not just her mother's house, but her mother as well.
Grab your helmet: Google Maps for motorcycles is coming
After testing in India in 2017, Google Maps for motorcycles has now rolled out in eight more countries in Eastern Asia. No news on when motorcycle travel routing will be an option in the U.S., but now that Google has released the feature in the largest bike markets, Europe and the Americas could be next.
Love Waze’s incident reporting feature? Lucky you, it’s coming to Google Maps
What you love best about Waze is now coming to Google Maps, and it's about time. Five years after the tech giant acquired the Israeli navigation app, it's finally adopting some of its most popular features, most notably incident reporting. Users began spotting the new option on their Android apps a few days ago.
Google Maps on Android no longer lets you book Uber rides
Early last year, Google announced that Google Maps would allow customers to book rides straight from the Maps app. Now, however, it seems as though that feature has been removed. It's currently unclear exactly why Google removed the feature from Google Maps, but it could have been Uber's decision rather than Google's.
After being down for a few hours, Apple’s Maps app is working again
If you're looking for the fastest route to work, you may want to try out Google Maps this morning. This morning iPhone users worldwide reported problems with the default Maps app on iOS and MacOS. After nearly four hours of downtime Apple restored Maps service to iOS and MacOS users.
Bye Apple Maps, hello Waze: CarPlay to support third-party navigation apps
Everybody loves CarPlay, but not everybody is as fond of using Apple Maps to get around. At the Worldwide Developers Conference in San Jose, California, Apple announced that CarPlay in iOS 12 will offer support for third-party navigational apps like Google Maps and Waze.
Augmented reality’s latest trick? Simplifying directions on Google Maps
At Google I/O, the company gave us a sneak peek at what's yet to come from Google Maps, and no matter how nonexistent your sense of direction might be, Google can help. Plus, there are a slew of new features for discovering new local restaurants, as well as party planning tools newly at your disposal.
Which way is which? Here’s how to quickly calibrate the Google Maps compass
Google Maps is a fantastic tool to make sure you're headed the right way when you're in an unfamiliar place -- but how do you know your little indicator is pointing the right way? Calibrating your Google Maps app sounds difficult, but it really isn't. Here's how to easily calibrate Google Maps.
Google Maps users navigating through more scams and fake content
Volunteers who spend much of their time helping to build Google Maps claim the popular online tool is facing a growing threat from scammers and others posting fake content. Two reports over the weekend highlight a number of issues with the service, though Google insists it's working hard to clear the bogus data.
Where’s Waldo? He’s hiding out in Google Maps for the next few days
Where's Waldo? He's hiding out on Google Maps and you can find him for yourself thanks to Google's latest minigame.
Google Maps for iPhone now shows you restaurant wait times
Hate waiting in line for a seat at a restaurant? Google Maps for iPhone now offers all the information you need to help you save time.
‘The Walking Dead: Our World’ AR game unleashes zombies in your neighborhood
Taking advantage of the new Google Maps game tools, the upcoming augmented reality game based on The Walking Dead brings hordes of zombies to your doorstep.
Google adds wheelchair-accessible routes to Google Maps
Google has officially introduced "wheelchair accessible" routes in Google Maps, making it easier for those with mobility needs to travel using public transit.
Google Maps is open to mobile AR game developers using Unity
Google said that it opened its Google Maps doors to developers of mobile augmented reality games, granting access to all that mapped data.
Blue shell your commute: Mario Kart temporarily races onto Google Maps
Nintendo and Google have teamed up for Mario Day, March 10, to temporarily add Mario Kart to the Google Maps app for iOS and Android.
Google Maps could soon let you share battery status along with location
A recent APK teardown of the Google Maps 9.71 beta suggests that the app may soon show your smartphone's battery stats when you share your location
Google Maps will now tell you when to get off the train or bus
Google Maps is one of the most useful features that Google offers and it will now tell you when to get off the train or bus
The Christmas Island annual crab migration is coming to Google Street View
The spectacular annual crab migration across Christmas Island will be captured by the Google Trekker and available on Street View next year.
Google Maps navigates its way to a cleaner, more useful design
Google Maps has had its first major makeover in a while, bringing a cleaner design that offers information relevant to what you're doing.
Explore our solar system with Google’s new maps of Pluto, Venus, and more
Google Maps created a Street View of sorts for Mars in 2014 and now the company has extended its mapping platform across our solar system.
Google Maps turns off its controversial calorie feature after backlash
Google's calorie counting feature on Maps was not well received by iOS users, and as such, has been discontinued.
Google Maps finally sorts out error that’s been troubling tourists for years
Google Maps has finally sorted an error that was sending tourists searching for Australia's spectacular Blue Mountains to a quiet cul-de-sac.
Google Maps can help you find a parking spot in 25 cities outside the U.S.
In Google Maps' on Android and iOS, you'll be able to find how difficult it is to park in 25 additional locations outside the U.S.
Google Maps rolls out Q&A section for Android and mobile search
Google's latest update to Google Maps for Android and search will include a user-generated question and answer section.
Google’s SOS Alerts feature brings real-time crisis info to Maps and Search
Google's SOS Alerts feature, which will begin appearing in the company's Maps and Search apps, highlights real-time information in a crisis.
These are the best “find my car” apps for Android and iOS
Can't seem to find your ride? This list of best "find my car" apps for iOS and Android can help you get to your car in no time.
Google Maps will now tell you the best time to hit the road
A new Google Maps feature shows you estimated travel times depending on when you choose to leave, and has reached users in the U.S. and U.K.
Waze’s new Voice Recorder option navigates its way to iPhone app users
Who better to take directions from than...well, you? If you have difficulty trusting a robotic voice, Waze has good news for you.
Google Maps honors indigenous lands in Canada on National Aboriginal Day
Indigenous Lands in the northern nation of Canada have been added to both Google Maps and Google Earth as the result of a seven year project.
Whole Foods pulls its app from Apple Watch and iOS 9 following update
A number of major apps have moved away from the Apple Watch with Whole Foods now being another addition to the list.
Google updates Local Guides with more perks and payouts for avid explorers
Through the Local Guides program, Google Maps users can accrue points and level up through contributions like reviews and photos.
Google Maps helps you find Pride Month events in 35 cities around the world
Google has updated Google Maps to now help users get to and find information about their local LGBT Pride Month events.
Google updates Maps with subway station layouts for desktop and mobile
Using Google Maps to get around by subway is about to become a bit easier, based on findings from users on Reddit.
Google Maps now uses Street View images to save you from getting lost
Google Maps for Android has started pulling images from Street View to offer better guidance for navigation.