How Google Maps is using AI to win the navigation app war

Google is integrating its Gemini AI assistant into the Maps application. This will allow drivers to use AI to improve their ...

Google Maps releases new AI tools that let you create interactive projects

Google Maps is adding new AI features, including a builder agent and an MCP server — a tool that connects AI assistants to ...

Google Maps just became an AI developer's dream toy — here's what the new changes could mean for you

Google Maps is rolling out a new feature, specifically for developers, which could see a rise in map-based AI apps and tools. This update will allow developers (and anyone with some coding experience) ...

Google Maps is finally escaping its battery hog roots, but you must pay dearly for it

Google Maps is rolling out a handy new feature that helps extend your phone's battery life during navigation, but it's only ...

Google Maps' new Power Saving Mode won't be coming to most Android phones (Updated)

Google Maps is getting a new Power Saving Mode that extends your phone's battery life while driving, but it's not available ...

Google Maps' New Power Saving Mode Only Works on One Type of Phone, and That Stinks

Google is rolling out a new Power Saving Mode to Google Maps, but only for the Pixel 10. Pixel 10 users can enable the ...

Why Google Maps Doesn’t Work in South Korea

Google’s push to upgrade its map service in South Korea dates back to the 2010s, when it began asking for access to the ...
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‘Google Maps’ for Roman roads reveals vast extent of ancient network

A high-resolution digital map allows people to plan their routes along the ancient roads of the Roman Empire. Combining ...

South Korea delays decision on Google's request to export map data

South Korea's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport said on Tuesday it has delayed a decision again on Google's request for permission to export map data, saying it will make a final ruling ...