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Gizmodo » Google Maps
2w ago
As part of its massive dump of AI news yesterday at I/O 2023, Google revealed that it would be expanding access to the 3D data it creates and relies on to make Google Maps more immersive. Our first good example of the potential behind that move is a new Space Invaders game that takes advantage of augmented reality to…
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Gizmodo » Google Maps
2M ago
Google will not have to host third-party Android app stores in the Indian version of its Play Store, following antitrust rulings from January. The company is still facing a $161 million fine from Indian regulators, though they have eased up on how Android should function in the country moving forward. This comes in…
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Gizmodo » Google Maps
2M ago
If you cross your fingers, bow your head, and pray to the great Google gods above, you could be one of the first few to access Google Maps’ long-awaited “immersive view.” The 3D cities flyover feature has been quietly rolling out to users over the past week, though only some are reporting that they have access to it …
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Gizmodo » Google Maps
2M ago
Google Maps is full of pins—it uses one for its app icon too—directing you towards shops, bars, restaurants, and other places of note. You can also use your own pins for your own purposes, and you’ve got a few options when it comes to dropping pins in Google Maps in both the mobile and desktop interfaces.
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5M ago
Google Maps will soon be able to give you time and fare estimates on a variety of ride-sharing apps so your drunk ass can get home in the least amount of time for the best price.
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Gizmodo » Google Maps
5M ago
The most recent version of Google Maps for Android lets you retrace your steps with a new timeline feature, but there’s more to explore when you dig deeper, like creating custom names for places on your maps. You can label your friends’ houses, use local nicknames rather than official labels, and so on.
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Making and sharing your own Google Map is getting easier thanks to the newly rebranded and relaunche
Gizmodo » Google Maps
5M ago
Making and sharing your own Google Map is getting easier thanks to the newly rebranded and relaunched "My Maps" tool. There's also a new Android app so you can make and manage your maps on the go.
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Gizmodo » Google Maps
5M ago
The Maps Wars are on in earnest—with Apple Maps now finding its feet after a shaky start, and Bing Maps forming an integral part of Windows Phone, Google Maps can't afford to stand still. A recent overhaul brought bringing more customization options, extra features and a brand new look. Here are 10 useful tips and…
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Gizmodo » Google Maps
5M ago
When Google's army of Street View vehicles takes to the streets, there's no telling what those wandering eyes will see. Still it's hard to believe that a Google Street View camera captured a space shuttle flying over the New Jersey Turnpike towards New York City.
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Gizmodo » Google Maps
5M ago
TechCrunch's Alexia Tsotsis has sources at Google telling her that they hope to have a proper Google Maps iOS 6 app "before Christmas." Not next week, not next month. Before Christmas. Ugh.
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