by Abhinav Anand | Jul 21, 2025 | News
We can all agree that Google Maps has long been the go-to app for navigation. Over the past few years, a whole slew of features have been added to the app, while some have been quietly pulled back as well. One handy Google Maps feature that let users control music...
by Abhinav Anand | Jun 18, 2025 | Galaxy Watch, News, Wearables
Google is apparently rolling out a fresh redesign of the Maps app for the Galaxy Watch. It leans on Google’s Material 3 Expressive design language, making the app easier to navigate on the Galaxy Watch’s small screen. Google Maps’ Material 3 Expressive is already...
by Binay Konwar | Mar 25, 2025 | News
Gemini, Google’s LLM model, is well-integrated within Android. Now, Google has introduced a new Gemini feature called “Ask about place,” aiming to improve user interaction with Google Maps. This feature has reportedly started rolling out to users....
by Abhinav Anand | Mar 8, 2025 | News
Google has introduced Live Updates notifications with Android 16 Beta 2.1, and Google Maps is the first app to support it. For starters, it adds a floating, pill-shaped notification that stays on the screen even when you switch apps. If that rings a bell, it’s because...
by Abhinav Anand | Feb 5, 2025 | Computers, Galaxy Book, News, Samsung Apps
Imagine you’re planning a weekend trip to a new city. You open Google Maps, find a cool café, and wonder if it’s worth visiting. Instead of searching for reviews on Google Maps separately, what if you could just ask Gemini right there? Google is working on a new...
