Google Maps: News
08 Apr 2024
Android AutoAndroid Auto glitch redirects all voice commands to Google Maps
A newly identified glitch in Android Auto is causing all voice-activated navigation commands to be processed solely through Google Maps.
29 Mar 2024
GoogleGemini now automatically starts Google Maps when asked for directions
Google's phone assistant, Gemini, has recently been updated to automatically initiate Google Maps navigation upon user requests.
21 Mar 2024
TechnologyNo internet connection? You can still drive without getting lost
Google Maps is a critical navigation tool that offers directions and traffic updates in real time.
19 Mar 2024
TechnologyTips to ace Google Maps 'Lists' feature for easy navigation
Google Maps is not just a navigation tool; it's a daily guide for millions.
28 Feb 2024
GoogleGoogle Maps introduces 'Glanceable Directions While Navigating': How it works
Google Maps has launched a "Glanceable directions while navigating" feature for Android and iOS users.
26 Feb 2024
GoogleNow access transit directions on Google Maps for Wear OS
Google revealed at the Mobile World Congress 2024 that Wear OS users can now access public transit directions on Google Maps.
04 Feb 2024
GoogleGoogle Maps on Android Auto widely rolling out 3D buildings
Google Maps on Android Auto is widely expanding its 3D buildings feature, making it more accessible during navigation to enhance the car driving experience.
02 Feb 2024
GoogleGoogle Maps embraces generative AI to enhance local discovery
Google Maps is launching a new AI-powered feature to help users discover exciting places based on their search queries.
21 Jan 2024
GoogleGoogle Maps' new feature helps diners make informed decisions
Google Maps has rolled out an innovative feature that connects user-generated food photos with their respective menu items.
16 Jan 2024
GoogleGoogle Maps's latest feature enhances location accuracy for tunnel navigation
Google Maps has stepped up its game by adding Bluetooth beacon support for tunnel navigation on its Android app.
28 Dec 2023
AndroidGoogle Maps could lose 'Driving mode' in 2024: Here's why
Google Maps might discontinue its Driving Mode feature for Android devices from February 2024. This change is indicated by code snippets found in the latest Google Maps app v14.52, per 9to5Google.
19 Dec 2023
IndiaGoogle Maps introduces India-first feature called Address Descriptor
Google Maps is introducing a variety of updates in India, such as Lens in Maps, Live View walking navigation, and fuel-efficient routing.
13 Dec 2023
AndroidTop 5 new Google Maps features you must know
Google Maps has introduced new updates to give users more control over their personal information.
08 Dec 2023
GoogleAndroid Auto just made finding your parked car a breeze
Google has rolled out a handy new feature for Android Auto that helps users save their parking location upon arrival at their destination.
26 Nov 2023
GoogleGoogle Maps for Android Auto receives color scheme update
Google Maps recently introduced a refreshed color palette for mobile and web clients, and this change is now visible on the Android Auto platform, too.
14 Nov 2023
Social MediaDelhiites mark 'Yaha police wale hote hai' on Google Maps
Delhi is known for having a notorious, Tom-and-Jerry-like love affair with traffic cops.
29 Oct 2023
GoogleHow to use Immersive View for routes on Google Maps
In February 2023, Google unveiled a cutting-edge feature within its Maps application known as "Immersive View."
26 Oct 2023
GoogleGoogle Maps to become more like Search with AI-powered features
Google Maps is incorporating various AI-driven features to become more akin to Search.
19 Oct 2023
GoogleGoogle Maps to offer metro ticket booking in India
Google Maps is gearing up to offer metro ticket booking for users in India, thanks to a partnership with the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC).
21 Sep 2023
GoogleGoogle sued over negligence after man drives off collapsed bridge
The family of a US man who died after driving off a collapsed bridge, due to following Google Maps directions is suing the tech giant for negligence.
20 Sep 2023
Google BardGoogle's AI chatbot Bard can now double-check its answers
Google has announced a significant expansion of its AI chatbot, Bard's capabilities.
08 Sep 2023
TechnologyHow to save locations on Google Maps using emojis
Google Maps has unveiled a new feature that allows you to save your favorite locations with emojis, making the app more user-friendly and personalized.
29 May 2023
GoogleExplore India virtually: Google Street View now covers entire country
Google Maps Street View gives users a panoramic 360-degree view of different locations. The feature was banned in India due to security reasons.
24 Mar 2023
GoogleHow to use Google Maps without an active internet connection
Google Maps always comes in handy when you are figuring out how to navigate the streets of your city or a new town.
04 Nov 2022
GoogleGoogle to discontinue Street View app due to redundancy
Google's Street View has long let us have a detailed 360-degree look at almost any street on the planet. The company provides this feature on Google Maps and a standalone namesake app.
13 Oct 2022
Air Quality IndexAvoid pollution with Google Maps' air quality tracker: Here's how
Are you thinking about going out this weekend and are worried about the air quality in your area? Well, Google Maps has a trick up its sleeves that can make your worries disappear.
09 Aug 2022
YouTubeGoogle outage affects over 41,000 users; services now back
Alphabet Inc's Google suite of services faced a brief outage on Tuesday, i.e., August 9, at around 6:37 am (IST).
01 Aug 2022
GoogleBengaluru joins hands with Google to ease traffic woes
Bengaluru's Traffic Police has tied up with tech giant Google to resolve traffic woes in the city.
27 Jul 2022
Tech MahindraGoogle Street View returns to India; live in 10 cities
Roughly six years ago, Google's attempt to launch Street View in India was blocked by the government due to security concerns.
07 Jul 2022
AndroidGoogle Maps: Latest tips and hidden features you should know
Google Maps is the world's most popular mapping app, available in both desktop and mobile versions.
29 Jun 2022
AssamAssam floods: Google introduces SOS alert system on Maps, Search
As the flood situation in Assam remains grim, Google has launched an SOS threat alert feature on its Maps to help crisis-ridden communities and people.
14 Jun 2022
GoogleGoogle Maps now shows toll prices in India: Details here
Have you ever seen a route with a toll booth on Google Maps and wondered what it'd be like to have the Maps show you the toll prices as well?
09 Jun 2022
World Health OrganizationNew Google Map feature shows air quality index around you
Ever wondered what the quality of the air around you is? Well, Google Maps has come to your rescue with a new air quality layer.
13 May 2022
GoogleAR glasses to Immersive Maps: Google's upcoming hardware and software
Google I/O 2022 saw several announcements, including the all-new Pixel 6a, Pixel Buds Pro and upcoming devices like the Pixel Watch.
26 Aug 2021
GoogleGoogle Maps will offer real-time navigation only to crowdsourcing contributors
Soon after hinting at the possibility of bringing a Waze feature to Google Maps, the latter has begun pushing notifications to Android and iOS users of the app that explain how crowdsourced data is key to navigation and mapping.
24 Aug 2021
GoogleGoogle Maps' new feature will show you toll prices
Search giant Google is behind both Google Maps and Waze. Although these navigation apps appeal to different demographics, but features from the driver-centric Waze app have gradually made their way to Google Maps over the years.
15 Jul 2021
DelhiGoogle will provide real-time information about buses to Delhi commuters
The Delhi Government on Wednesday joined hands with tech giant Google to provide real-time information about buses to commuters and make public transport in the national capital more user-friendly.
18 Apr 2021
GoogleGoogle Assistant driving mode's early preview now available in India
Google's recent app updates indicate that it wants Android Auto to be a car-only system while your phone functions as a separate entity.
02 Apr 2021
GoogleGoogle Maps' new AR feature will help you navigate indoors
Google Maps' brand new augmented reality-powered feature will help users navigate indoor areas like airports and malls in a pinch.
13 Jan 2021
Google#CES2021 fitness tech round-up: Workout from home
CES 2021 saw the release of many products for the health conscious people out there, from brands such as Amazfit and Myx Fitness.
24 Sep 2020
GoogleGoogle Maps will show region-wise COVID-19 data for safe navigation
As COVID-19 cases are surging exponentially, it is more important than ever to be fully aware of the situation prevailing in your local area.
20 Sep 2020
Ather 450Ather 450X Collector's Edition to be launched on September 26
Ahead of delivering its 450X e-scooter this November, Ather Energy has announced that it will unveil a collector's edition of the two-wheeler on September 26.
10 Sep 2020
AppleNewsBytes Briefing: TikTok tries to dodge sale, and more
Last night, TikTok was reported to be considering a way out of selling its US business to an American company.
16 Aug 2020
HuaweiHuawei phones may lose Android update support: Here's why
If you own a Huawei-built phone with Google's Android operating system, there is something you should know.
11 Aug 2020
GoogleNewsBytes Briefing: Russia orders Apple to stop its 'power abuse'
In the updates since last night, Russia's competition watchdog slammed Apple for abusing its App Store dominance by requiring third-party developers to distribute apps through the marketplace and then blocking them unlawfully.
04 Aug 2020
GooglePlanning a vacation? Note these five cool travel hacks
Have you heard anyone saying no to a vacation? But the preparations needed to make the traveling easier give us the biggest headache.
12 Jun 2020
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)You can locate COVID-19 testing centers using Google Maps, Search
In light of the ongoing pandemic, Google is introducing the ability to find the nearest COVID-19 testing centers in Maps, Search, and Assistant.
10 Jun 2020
BollywoodAmitabh Bachchan may soon guide you on Google Maps
You may soon be traveling with Amitabh Bachchan, or at least his iconic voice.
09 Jun 2020
IndiaAmid COVID-19, Google Maps gets features to ensure safe travel
As countries like India begin to come out of lockdown and restart economic activities, Google is racing to launch tools to protect the general public from COVID-19.
06 Apr 2020
GoogleGoogle starts showing food, night shelters on Maps: Details here
In a bid to support the underprivileged during the nation-wide lockdown enforced by the Indian government, Google has started showing the location of food and night shelters on Maps.
26 Mar 2020
IndiaNow, Google allows marking businesses as 'temporarily closed' on Maps
In the wake of the coronavirus outbreak worldwide, Google Maps' listings have become a little unreliable.
16 Mar 2020
iOSGoogle testing more prominent 'Live View' AR directions for Maps
Over the last two years, Google has been developing and testing augmented reality-based 'Live View' directions to help walkers navigate easily using Maps.
21 Feb 2020
AndroidNew Google Maps: Handy things to try out right away
Recently, Google celebrated the 15th birthday of Maps by pushing a major update for the navigational service.
13 Feb 2020
GoogleThis man's epic marriage proposal showed up on Google Maps
From New Year to Christmas, Google keeps treating its users with interesting new surprises packed in Search and several other products.
03 Feb 2020
AndroidUsing 99 phones, he 'hacked' Maps to show fake traffic
When it comes to exploring a city or looking up places, Google Maps serves as the one-stop shop to find routes/directions.
20 Jan 2020
HuaweiNow, Huawei's phones will feature TomTom's maps
Huawei has struck a deal with TomTom to use its maps and navigational services on its phones.
15 Jan 2020
GoogleGoogle's latest acquisition will make local businesses discoverable online
With the growth of e-commerce and changing online shopping habits, more and more businesses are coming online, taking their products to the public.
16 Dec 2019
Delhi GovernmentNow, Google Maps will show auto rickshaw stands in Delhi
Google has been introducing a number of capabilities to make Maps better for daily commuters, especially pedestrians.
07 Dec 2019
IndiaSoon, Google Maps may show well-lit roads for pedestrians' safety
Over the last few months, Google has been improving Maps with features aimed at helping pedestrians find their way around.
05 Dec 2019
ZomatoMan duped of Rs. 95,000 after ordering pizza via Zomato
In a shocking case, a Bengaluru-based man has been duped of Rs. 95,000 after ordering a pizza via Zomato.
15 Nov 2019
AndroidNow, Google Maps can speak place's names in local language
Among the wide range of products that Google offers, Maps is an essential one.
12 Nov 2019
iOSNow, Google Maps lets you manage public profile data, contributions
Continuing the effort to give users full control over their data, Google has added a new 'profile management' feature into Maps.
02 Nov 2019
GoogleIncognito mode launched for Google Maps: How to use it
In a major move, Google is rolling out dedicated Incognito mode for Maps.
12 Oct 2019
GoogleNow, Google Maps will help visually-challenged people navigate: Here's how
Just a day after upgrading Chrome with a handy visual accessibility tool, Google is doing something similar for Maps.
02 Oct 2019
YouTubeIs Google finally serious about users' privacy? We doubt
On the eve of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Google announced new features for its three key products - YouTube, Assistant, and Maps.
14 Sep 2019
Florida22-year-old mystery of missing man solved, thanks to Google Earth
Florida resident William Earl Moldt disappeared off the face of the Earth 22 years ago, after a night of drinking in November 1997.
12 Sep 2019
iOS#NewsBytesExplainer: How Google shows real-time traffic congestion in Maps
For anyone using Google Maps, it's pretty easy to find the fastest, traffic-free route to a particular destination.
21 Aug 2019
AndroidThese are the five must-have apps for motorcycle riders
Surely, no one wants to get bugged by notifications when they set out to enjoy the thrill of the ride and the brush of the wind.
15 Aug 2019
HuaweiApparently, Huawei is also building an alternative for Google Maps
Just a few days after revealing HarmonyOS, the official alternative for Android, Huawei is gearing up to take on Google Maps too.
09 Aug 2019
iOSNow, you can use augmented reality directions in Google Maps
After keeping users hanging for months, Google is finally making AR-based navigation available in Maps for Android and iOS.
08 Aug 2019
PaytmWhat are OTP frauds and how to avoid them
PM Modi's Digital India push has prompted more and more Indians, even first-time internet users and senior citizens, to opt for digital payments.
01 Aug 2019
GmailHere's how you can find your lost phone using Google
Given our smartphones are our wallets, our e-book readers, our means of socializing, and our single point of contact, losing them can be disastrous and tracking them, all the more difficult.
31 Jul 2019
GoogleBengaluru: Google Maps-powered 'dynamic traffic signals' are now active
The worst thing about Bengaluru, as many of you may have already heard/noticed, is its traffic.
29 Jul 2019
Google Assistant#NewsBytesExplainer: What is KaiOS and why is it so popular
From Maps to AI assistants, Android/iOS smartphones bring everything into the palm of our hands.
04 Jul 2019
India#TechBytes: How to turn on speedometer in Google Maps
Whether you are walking or driving, Google Maps offer plenty of features to complement the entire navigation experience.
29 Jun 2019
AndroidNow, Google Maps can tell if next bus/train is crowded
No matter where you are, Google Maps is the ideal partner for day-to-day travel.