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Google Maps might soon add 'Feeling Lucky' exploratory mode to Street View

Google Maps might be preparing a new ‘Feeling Lucky’ mode in Street View that lets you explore beautiful and remote places. While combing through code in the latest...

May 29, 2024 2 Min Read

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Google Maps on your Pixel will now guide you to EV charging stations

Electric vehicle ownership is on the rise, and with it comes the ever-present concern of readily available charging stations. To solve this issue, Google Maps is providing a suite...

Apr 18, 2024 2 Min Read

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Google Maps review drafts feature is going away, unpublished reviews will soon be deleted

Google Maps users are receiving an email that review drafts feature will be going away from July 16, 2024. While the move generally hasn’t raised many eyebrows, the...

Apr 17, 2024 1 Min Read

Android

Google Maps preparing satellite connectivity features

We’ve recently seen hints of Google preparing satellite-based text messages, the Pixel 9’s native Android satellite connectivity UI, and more. Now, we’re seeing...

Apr 17, 2024 1 Min Read

Android

Google Maps cycling navigation not working in the background when screen is locked (workaround inside)

Google Maps users are experiencing an issue with background navigation, specifically when using the app for cycling directions. The issue seems to have surfaced earlier this month and persists even...

Apr 12, 2024 1 Min Read

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Google Maps will delete your Timeline visits and routes data on September 15, but you can prevent this

Google Maps users have been given 3 extra months to update their timeline settings and avoid losing their saved visits and routes history. Last December, Google announced changes to its...

Apr 11, 2024 1 Min Read

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Gemini automatically directs you to Google Maps when asked for directions on Pixel phones

In a significant update aimed at enhancing the user experience, Google has equipped the Gemini Assistant with the ability to automatically launch navigation in Google Maps upon receiving directions requests...

Mar 28, 2024 1 Min Read

Bugs and Issues

Spotify integration with Google Maps not working on iOS? You aren't alone

Spotify and Google Maps users on iOS devices are facing a frustrating situation where the handy integration between the two apps is not working. The popular feature, designed to streamline...

Mar 22, 2024 1 Min Read

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Google Maps not showing direction icon on your Pixel? You're not alone (workaround inside)

When you open Google Maps on Android or iOS, the bottom right corner has two icons. Of the two, tapping on the upper icon takes you to your current location...

Mar 20, 2024 1 Min Read

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Pixel Watch March update brings Google Maps' public transit directions for finding best route

Update 1 (March 22, 2024) 18:53 pm (IST): Following the announcement at the MWC 2024 event in late February and the subsequent March Pixel feature Drop, Google Maps for...

Mar 05, 2024 1 Min Read

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Google Maps is now showing entrances for buildings to some users

With the introduction of digital maps, navigating the world has gotten substantially easier. Google Maps, in particular, has established itself as an essential tool for traversing our surroundings. However, navigating...

Mar 05, 2024 1 Min Read

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Google Maps 'Glanceable directions while navigating’ setting live for Android & iOS users

Google Maps has long been a trusty tool for navigation, but those turn-by-turn voice commands can sometimes be distracting. That’s where the new ‘Glanceable directions...

Feb 28, 2024 1 Min Read