Google Maps releases new AI tools that let you create interactive projects

Google Maps is adding new AI features, including a builder agent and an MCP server — a tool that connects AI assistants to ...

You can chat with Google Maps now, thanks to this big AI upgrade - how it works

On Wednesday, the company launched four upgrades to Google Maps that make it easier for users to get where they want to go, including new multimodal features, such as conversational natural language ...

AI is taking over Google Maps to plan routes, find parking, and answer questions

According to Google, Gemini will be able to locate virtually any destination, including restaurants, hotels, and movie ...
9to5google

How to add a Play Points card to Google Wallet

Besides seeing your status in the top-right corner, Play Points can now be viewed in Google Wallet for Android. Play Points can now appear as a Google Wallet pass below your carousel of credit or ...
USA Today

Google rolls out ‘preferred sources’ feature. How to add the Town Talk

Want to see more of the sites you love? Google’s got you covered. Earlier this month, the tech juggernaut launched “preferred sources,” a new feature that “lets you customize your experience to see ...
CNET

Planning a Holiday Road Trip? Here's My Trick for Using Google Maps Without Internet

With more than a decade of experience, Nelson covers Apple and Google and writes about iPhone and Android features, privacy and security settings, and more. As the holidays approach, millions of ...
Kiplinger

How to Add Your Passport to Google Wallet

You use your phone for practically everything these days, including shopping, browsing the internet, and connecting with others through calls, texts, emails and countless mobile apps. But did you know ...
GM Authority

Electrify America Integrates Real-Time EV Charger Status To Google Maps

Electrify America, which operates one of North America's largest EV charging networks, is adding a convenient new feature to Google Maps. Drivers will now be able to see live charger availability, ...
The New York Times

North Carolina Republicans Plan to Redraw Congressional Map to Add a Seat

The Trump administration has pushed Republican leaders to redraw House district maps before the midterm elections next year. His party already holds 10 of North Carolina’s 14 congressional seats. By ...
New York Post

Tourist blames Google’s terrible navigation after toppling into canal — here’s why you shouldn’t use its map in Venice

Polish tourist Wiktoria Guzenda fell into a canal in Venice, Italy after the ubiquitous navigation app allegedly led her astray, per an Instagram video going viral. DenPhoto - stock.adobe.com It took ...
Mint

Mappls vs Google Maps: 5 unique features that make India’s mapping app stand out

Amid growing support for homegrown apps, there is a spotlight on MapmyIndia's Mappls app, which is taking the competition straight to Google Maps. While Google Maps rules the consumer segment, ...