Google today announced that its Google Maps app for iOS will be updated today with a new 'For You' tab in over 40 countries.' For You' was first announced at Google I/O in May and was initially limited to Android. The feature is designed to 'tell you what you need to know about the neighborhoods you care about,' such as new restaurants opening nearby, trending spots, and more, based on places you've rated and places you've visited.The tab is accompanied by a new 'Match Score' that predicts which restaurants you're most likely to prefer based on your personal preferences, which is designed to help you to choose between multiple restaurant suggestions.iPhone users can install the update from the App Store later today. 'For You' is also expanding to over 130 countries on Android today.
GoogleMaps is an online map viewing application on Web. With this software, the world will appear incredibly vivid on a small screen. It will take you to any place you want. GoogleMaps shows the world in a small image which provided user information about specific location of various countries around. Google Earth for mobile enables you to explore the globe with a swipe of your finger. Fly through 3D cities like London, Tokyo and Rome. Dive in to view the world at street level with integrated.
A new feature rolling out for Google Maps will allow iOS and Android users to message local businesses with their queries without having to leave the GPS-based navigation app.The feature is an extension of Google's real-time business-to-customer messaging service that the company introduced in select countries last year. Businesses that signed up to the service include a Message button on their Business Profiles on Google Search allowing people to get in touch, and those same messages are set to appear in the side menu of Google Maps. This from the Google blog:Sending messages to businesses gives you the opportunity to ask questions without having to make a phone call so that you can order a cake for your mom's birthday while on the bus or find out if a shoe store has your size without having to wait on hold.Now you'll see your messages with the businesses you connect with via Business Profiles within the Google Maps app, where you're already looking for things to do and places to go or shop. As part of the rollout, Google is also releasing a revamped Google My Business mobile app for iOS and Android that lets businesses browse their followers, reviews and messages, as well as create content for their business profile on Google.The dual changes follow a recent update to Google Maps that introduced a new 'Follow' button to let users track businesses and learn about promotions, events and, other news. The features are Google's attempt to rival Facebook Pages, which have been the more popular go-to for companies seeking to broadcast their outward-facing. Google has announced it is introducing electric vehicle (EV) charging stations to its Maps coverage, allowing EV drivers to see on the map where they can stop to recharge during their journeys.Searching in Google Maps for keywords like 'ev charging' or 'EV charging stations' will display the nearest supported stations, including information on the types of ports available, charging speeds, and how many ports there are.
However, there's currently nothing to tell you how many ports are currently occupied at a given station.Typical location information is also provided for EV stations, so you can check out user-posted photos, ratings, reviews, and questions. Businesses that have charging stations will also feature links to information about the chargers.The types of charging stations Google Maps supports around the world: Global: Tesla, ChargepointUS: SemaConnect, EVgo, BlinkUK: Chargemaster, Pod PointAU & NZ: ChargefoxGoogle says the ability to search for electric vehicle charging stations is rolling out now on Android and iOS devices after users have updated the Maps app, with desktop support launching in the coming weeks.Google Maps can be downloaded from the App Store for free. Direct Link.
Google Maps will soon feature an all-new Commute tab that provides one-tap access to live traffic and transit information.The new tab will tell you if your commute is going to be a normal one, or if you'll need to budget extra time due to things like an accident or heavy traffic. Google is introducing support for mixed-mode commutes that involve both driving and public transit, with helpful information along each leg of the trip.In addition, transit riders in 80 regions worldwide will be able to see exactly where their bus or train is in real time on the map. Starting in Sydney, Australia, Google Maps will also indicate how full the next bus or train is. Google says the latter feature will be coming to more cities around the globe soon.Last, Google says it is making Spotify, Apple Music, and Google Play Music playback controls accessible within Google Maps.The new features will start rolling out globally on iOS and Android this. Google today announced a new group planning feature for Google Maps on iOS and Android, which aims to make it easier for a group of friends to decide on a place to eat. To use the feature, open Google Maps and tap 'Restaurants' on the Explore tab.
Then long press on any location to add it to a shortlist, shown in a small floating bubble on the lower right side of the screen. Once you add a few places you can share the shortlist with friends through any messaging app, like iMessages, which will then let them browse the list and link them back to Google Maps.Friends can then vote in Google Maps on their favorite restaurant in the shortlist, and every member in the group can add and delete places. Voting results are showed in Google Maps, and if a group member doesn't have the app they can also view it on the web.This may sound familiar: you and your friends are trying to pick a place for dinner, but no one wants to make the decision and you don't know where to go. How do you decide on a place that your BBQ aficionado bestie, quinoa-loving sister, and wannabe foodie friend can all enjoy without scrolling through a ton of links in group text messages?Starting today, you can use Google Maps to easily plan where to go as a group At Google I/O in May, Google outlined numerous features coming to Google Maps throughout the year, including AR Street View, a 'For You' Tab, and this week's group planning feature. Recently, Google Maps on iOS also updated with an events section and elevation data, and introduced CarPlay support in iOS 12.Group planning will start.
Google Maps received an update today that introduces a couple of potentially useful new features, including a new section that lists notable events happening nearby.The new Events section lives at the bottom of the Explore tab, where users can find a variety of things listed depending on what's going on in their location. Google says Events that appear in the new section can include everything from late night comedy shows to movie screenings in the local park.Also new in version 4.57, cycling and walking directions now feature a handy elevation chart, offering users an idea of how much physical effort they can expect to exert for the route in question.Elevation information has been available for some time on the Google Maps website, so having the data in-app should come as a welcome addition.Google Maps can be downloaded from the App Store for free.
Direct Link. Google Maps was today updated with a new 'Match' feature that's designed to offer up personalized restaurant recommendations based on a user's customized tastes.The Match option allows users to tap on a food or drink spot to see if they're likely to enjoy a new spot based on past restaurant visiting history. The update also includes a list of how many restaurants have been visited in the Explore tabs trending feature.Thanks for using Google Maps! - Our new 'match' feature will help you find your one true love.
And by love, we mean your next favorite cheeseburger. Tap on a food or drink spot to see how likely you are to enjoy it based on your unique preferences - so you can spend more time eating and less time searching for places to go.
When viewing trending lists in the Explore tab, you can now see how many restaurants you've been to. Keep discovering and going to new places to complete a list!Google's Match feature was first outlined in May at Google I/O, and it rolled out for Android users in June before expanding to iOS users today.Recommendations will take into account food and drink preferences selected in Google Maps, places you've been to, and places you've rated or added to a list. Scores for restaurants will get smarter over time with usage.Google Maps can be downloaded from the iOS App Store for free. Direct Link. Google today outlined several new features coming to Google Maps at its Google I/O developer conference in Mountain View, California this morning. First and foremost, this summer, Google Maps will be updated with a new personalized 'For You' section that offers up recommendations based on your interests.The Maps app is gaining a dedicated 'For You' tab that is designed to 'tell you what you need to know about the neighborhoods you care about.'
It will feature new restaurants opening nearby, trending spots, and more, based on places you've rated and places you've visited.For You will be accompanied by a new 'Match Score' that predicts which restaurants you're most likely to prefer based on your personal preferences, which is designed to help you to choose between multiple restaurant suggestions.To facilitate making plans with others, Google Maps is gaining a feature that will let you long press on any restaurant or location to add it to a shortlist that can be shared with friends to get their input. Once shared, your friends can add additional suggestions to the list and vote on the place they'd most like to visit to find a group favorite.Google also announced a new augmented reality feature that's coming to the Street View version of Maps for walking directions. When you're using Google Maps to find a location that you're walking to, you'll see an AR overlay with specific directions on which way to go and information on exactly what's around you, reimagining walking navigation.Google says it is augmented GPS with VPS, or a visual positioning. Google Maps today announced the availability of new 'wheelchair accessible' routes in its transit navigation directions for several cities around the world, recognizing that using trains and buses can present challenges for people who use wheelchairs or have other mobility needs.Information about which stations and routes are wheelchair friendly isn't always readily available or easy to find. To make public transit work for everyone, today we're introducing 'wheelchair accessible' routes in transit navigation to make getting around easier for those with mobility needs.To access the new 'wheelchair accessible' routes in the Google Maps app, enter a desired destination, tap Directions, select the public transportation icon, and then tap Options. Mario Day, which celebrates Nintendo's iconic plumber, takes place on Saturday, March 10. To celebrate Mario Day, Nintendo has teamed up with Google to bring Mario to Google Maps.Starting today, 'Mario Time' is available in Google Maps for Android and iOS devices.
To enter Mario Time, tap on the yellow '?' Icon that's available in the bottom right of the Google Maps app after updating the app to the latest version.With Mario Time enabled, your Google Maps navigation arrow will turn into Mario driving a Mario Kart vehicle. Google says Mario will be a 'constant companion' wherever you're driving this coming week. The new Mario icon will be visible in Google Maps on every route you take while using the app.The new Google Maps update with Mario Time is rolling out to iOS and Android users today, and Mario will be available for the next seven days.
Google Maps can be downloaded from the App Store for free. Direct LinkNintendo is also celebrating Mario Day with a 50 percent discount on Super Mario Run, which means unlocking the game via in-app purchase will cost you $4.99 instead of $9.99 through March 25. The new lower pricing for the in-app purchase will be available starting on March 10.Super Mario Run can be downloaded from the App Store for free.
Direct Link. Google Maps' Street View technology has been updated today to include virtual tours of 11 Disney parks for parents and children to explore in advance of a coming trip, or to rekindle memories of previous visits.We're all about new fantastic points of view. Today Street View is going the distance, from California to Florida, to make Disney part of your world. Be our guest at 11 Disney Parks, and with Street View, anything your heart desires will come to you—castles, rides, attractions to infinity and beyond. The Street View coverage takes in castles, rides and attractions around the various Parks, such as Florida's Magic Kingdom Park and the Avatar-themed world of Pandora in Animal Kingdom. The feature currently only includes parks in the United States, but that may change in future, given Google's recent efforts to expand its coverage of touristic landmarks across Europe and Asia through the service.
Google Maps can be downloaded from the App Store for free. Direct Link. Google has updated its iOS Maps app with three new quick-access options that Android users have had access to for over a year now. The new tabs sit across the bottom of the home screen and are called Explore, Driving, and Transit.Swiping up on the shortcuts reveals further details.
For example, in Explore users can find a description of the local area, dining choices, and options to search for gas stations, ATMs, convenience stores, drug stores, and other amenities. The driving tab provides a traffic summary for the area, including information on possible delays that might add time onto a commute. This tab will also include current ETAs for the user's home and work addresses if they are saved in the app's settings.
Finally, the transit tab offers estimated bus and train schedules at stations in the vicinity.Google Maps can be downloaded from the App Store for free. Direct Link. Google debuted a new 'two-wheeler' mode for Google Maps on Tuesday as part of its Google India media event in New Delhi. The biker-based feature joins the existing driving, walking, and public transit modes for Google Maps users in India looking for the fastest possible directions to their intended destination.Image via India Today The new mode for motorcycle and scooter users shows trip routes that use 'shortcuts' not accessible to other vehicles, and provides customized traffic and arrival time estimates. The two-wheeler mode also shows major landmarks along the planned route to help riders who rely on them for navigation, as is often the case in India. #LookBeforeYouLeave to get where you need to, faster with directions and voice navigation mode for two-wheeler riders in @googlemaps#GoogleForIndia pic.twitter.com/TkktD4T9s0— Google India (@GoogleIndia) December 5, 2017 Like offline maps when they first launched, the two-wheeler mode for Google Maps is only available in India to begin with, but Google says the feature will roll out to more countries in the coming months.
It's unclear at present where 'two-wheeler' mode will sit in relation to Google Maps' existing cycling directions, but rider safety, speed, and designated routes are sure to differ. Google today updated its Google Maps app with official support for the iPhone X, introducing an improved layout on Apple's newest flagship phone.The Google Maps app displays full screen on the iPhone X's taller display, with a search bar located at the top of the app and directions and information provided at the bottom of the app.
The layout of the app makes the menu button at the top left difficult to access with one hand, but it looks better than it did before. Along with iPhone X support, the new app also includes unspecified bug fixes.What's New in Version 4.41Thanks for using Google Maps! This release brings support for iPhone X in addition to bug fixes that improve our product to help you discover new places and navigate to them. Get the latest version for all of the available Google Maps features.Google Maps can be downloaded from the App Store for free. Direct Link. An announced update to Google Maps on Thursday brought a partial redesign that aims to make it quicker and easier for users to find places depending on their usage. As part of the change, Google Maps will now only highlight points of interest that might be relevant depending on what kind of map is selected (driving, navigation, transit, and so on).
For example, gas stations will now show up on the navigation map, while train stations will be prominently displayed when viewing the transit map. Google has also updated the color scheme and added new icons to help users quickly identify exactly what kind of point of interest they're looking at. Places like a cafe, church, museum or hospital now have a designated color and icon, making it easier to find that type of destination on the map.Google says it will rolling out the changes to all of its products that incorporate Google Maps, including Assistant, Search, and Earth. The new style will also eventually appear in the apps, websites and experiences offered by companies that use Google Maps APIs, in order to provide a consistent experience. Google Maps can be downloaded from the App Store for free. Direct Link.
Google is removing an experimental calorie estimator from its Maps iOS app, following criticism from users that the feature amounted to unsolicited health advice and could do more harm than good (via TechCrunch).The feature began rolling out to some users last week and shows an estimate of the calories that would be burned if a selected walking route was taken. The calorie estimator not only displayed the potential number of calories burned, but also how many 'mini cupcakes' they were worth. 'The average person burns 90 calories by walking 1 mile,' the app states. 'To help put that into perspective, we've estimated how many desserts your walk would burn. One mini cupcake is around 110 calories.' Some users reportedly welcomed the feature, but it sounds as if a good proportion of them didn't, as Google has taken the decision to roll it back 'based on strong user feedback'.
Why does @googlemaps have a “Calorie Tracker” built into directions I take now? Could be triggering for ppl with past ED.At least have ‘off’ pic.twitter.com/aNEHk346jg— ?Nuclear Summer? (@sweetbabyruski) October 14, 2017 I guess Google maps now automatically shows you how many calories you'd burn if you walk somewhere instead of driving pic.twitter.com/eixqCh00rn— Taylor Lorenz (@TaylorLorenz) October 17, 2017 Some user criticism related to an inability to disable the feature, while others questioned its usefulness, given that rates of calorie burn vary widely from person to person, and no context is given about how the estimate is calculated. Critics also noted that an excessive. Google launched a new feature for its Search and Maps apps today that aims to help users stay on top of events when a natural disaster or other crisis occurs near their location (via TechCrunch).Called 'SOS Alerts', the notifications will appear at the top of Google search results and Maps when a user looks for information about an incident or the affected area. In the Search app, Google will offer an overview of the incident using maps, relevant news stories, emergency phone numbers where available, websites, and any other information that might be useful.