Google Maps is getting more detailed spoken walking directions
It could help vision-impaired people get around with more ease.
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Google Maps' AR walking directions comes to many more phones
Now called "Live View," it works on recent iPhone and Android devices.
Google Maps can predict how crowded your train or bus will be
The public transit feature is rolling out to nearly 200 cities.
Google Maps speed limits and radar locations arrive in 40 countries
Except where it's illegal, like France and Germany.
Now it's easy to order food in Google Assistant, Search and Maps
You can grab dinner from DoorDash, Postmates and more without opening those apps.
Google Maps AR navigation is rolling out to a handful of users
Most people will still have to wait a while, however.
Google Maps speed limit signs appear in more US cities (updated)
Android users spotted the feature in NYC, LA and Minnesota.
Google Assistant will finally field requests in Maps
Three words: It's. About. Time.
Samsung says Bixby will soon work with Google Maps, YouTube
The company also announced iHeartRadio as a new partner.
Google Maps can find you a nearby Lime scooter or bike
It only works in 13 cities for now, with more coming soon.
Google Maps for iPhone now includes personalized recommendations
Google is also bringing For You to Android in more than 130 additional countries.
Google Maps update ensures Assistant stays out of the way
The Android version appears to be rolling out now.
Google Maps supports adding hashtags to reviews
Use them to find #vegetarian restaurants or #wheelchairaccessible locations.
Google settles with contractor over alleged racial discrimination
It allegedly did nothing to stop others from treating him as a terrorist.
Google Maps keeps track of your conversations with local businesses
Maps will include any messages sent through a Google business profile.
Google Maps' 'Follow' button gives you updates from real places
And it'll tell you about upcoming new openings.
Google Maps ETA sharing comes to iOS, third-party apps
Facebook Messenger, Line and WhatsApp are among the apps supported.
