Google Maps

Is Huawei planning a Google Maps alternative? Map Kit debuts in October

Huawei isn’t just launching its own OS to move away from the likes of Google and Android, the company also seems to be developing…

Google Maps will update with Live View AR navigation, other travel features

Google is continuing to move features from the recently dead Trips app to Google Maps, where users can now view their flights, hotel bookings…

Trips is dead, but Google’s travel feature ambitions are only just beginning

Now that Google Trips is officially dead for mobiles, Google’s looking elsewhere to beef up its travel offerings. As promised, a bevy of new…

Google Trips is dead, its features are moving to Google Maps and Search

It’s been a long time coming, but Google Trips is officially dead after support for the app came to an end on Monday. Google’s…

Google Maps now warns commuters of crowded trains, bus delays

Google Maps is getting two features that commuters in South Africa desperately need. The app will now alert users if the train, bus or…

Google Maps is testing new off route safety alerts in India

A report by XDA Developers on Monday revealed that Google is testing a new Maps feature in India that alerts users if they go off…

You can now control Waze using Google Assistant

Google on Monday continued to blur the lines between Waze and Google Maps. The company announced that those using Waze can now control it…

Google updates SOS alerts to include ‘visual information’ about natural disasters

Google on Thursday revealed new updates to its SOS alert feature that will include “visual information” about natural disasters on Search and Maps. “Now,…

Google Maps now highlights restaurants’ popular dishes rated by users

Trying out a new restaurant but have no idea what to order? Google Maps will now highlight a restaurant’s most popular dishes enjoyed, photographed…

Google Maps’ speed limit, speed trap warnings now live in South Africa

You’d previously have to download Waze if you wanted traffic notifications and speed camera warnings in realtime. But now, you’ll be able to access…

Google Maps is now asking rail commuters if their trains are full

Google Maps, in some parts of the world, is now asking rail commuters how crowded their train is. The move is likely an effort…

Google Maps celebrates April Fools Day with a Snake game

In honour of April Fools Day on Monday, Google added a new Snake-inspired game to Google Maps. “To start playing, simply open the Google…

New Google Maps feature let some users add public events

Android Police has spotted a new feature coming on Google Maps that lets users add public events to the platform. It means that Maps…

Google Maps’ ‘follow’ feature arrives on iOS

Google this week announced that iOS users can now follow their favourite places on Google Maps. “Simply search for a place—whether it’s a new…

Google Maps is rolling out new speed limit features

Google Maps will soon display speed limits while navigating maps to help users drive more safely. According to Android Police thanks to tips from…

Google Maps’ For You tab is now live in South Africa

Google Maps’ For You tab is rolling out to a select number of iOS users, and almost all Android users around the world. “Today,…

Google’s Santa’s Village features Santa tracker, Elf Maker

Google’s educational “holiday hub” called Santa’s Village is back in swing for the 15th year and you can play more interactive games, learn about…

You can now view the messages sent to businesses in Google Maps

Google has revealed a new tool that will allow users to view messages in Google Maps. The feature will display conversations people have had…

This app shows kids where to get candy this Halloween

One of Google Maps’ third party partner apps Nextdoor is hosting its annual Halloween Treat Map for those in the US just in time…

If there’s something strange in your neighbourhood, it’s Google Maps’ new game

Earlier this year Google made it possible for game developers to design games that can be played in the real world using Google Maps….

You can now ‘follow’ your favourite places on Google Maps

Forget following people and hashtags, Google Maps will let you follow your favourite locations. When you select a place or business, a follow button…

You can now share your Google Maps ETA on iOS

Those who use iOS devices, like the iPad and iPhone, can now enjoy the ETA feature of Google Maps. The feature, which hit Android…

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