Google is rolling out new features to make it easier for users to contribute local knowledge to Maps, the company announced on Tuesday. Most notably, Gemini can now create captions when users are ...

In this tutorial, we explore the latest Gemini API tooling updates Google announced in March 2026, specifically the ability to combine built-in tools like Google Search and Google Maps with custom ...

A Google Maps update unveiled Monday aims to streamline long-range electric vehicle road trips for Android Auto users. The navigation and mapping software can now automatically suggest charging stops ...

Google Maps has dozens of settings that unlock hidden features. They improve navigation, battery life, accessibility, privacy, and more. Here are the top tips and tricks I believe make Maps far more ...

Google on Thursday announced a new feature for Google Maps, which lets users ask complex, real-world questions about places directly within the app. The feature, dubbed Ask Maps, allows users to ask ...

Google Maps’ Immersive Navigation is a visual makeover with improved 3D renders of buildings, terrain, and overpasses while clearly highlighting lanes, stop signs, and traffic lights. There’s also Ask ...

“Ask Maps” is accessed as a button underneath the search bar. It brings a chatbot-like sheet that prompts you to “Ask anything, about anywhere.” After the greeting, you’ll see suggested prompts. You ...

‘Where’s the closest public bathroom that’s not completely disgusting’ is going to get asked a lot in my household. ‘Where’s the closest public bathroom that’s not completely disgusting’ is going to ...

“Ask Maps,” rolling out today to Google Maps on mobile, lets you ask Gemini questions about locations and even to plan trips on your behalf. Ask Maps is first coming to Google Maps users in the US and ...

Google Maps is getting its biggest update in over a decade as the company is rolling out a new driving experience known as “Immersive Navigation.” It ushers in a new era with a fresh look and useful ...

Google Maps is one of the company’s core products, which means it hasn’t escaped the shift to Gemini. There will be more opportunities to converse with a robot in Google Maps starting today, but there ...

Google Maps’ new icon is now present in the app’s latest beta build. The icon retains the four core colors used by Google apps, but uses severe blur to blend them together. There are other minor ...