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Q&A, FAQ Section Rolling Out to Google Maps Listings

Tim August 16, 2017 3

There's likely been a time when you've had a question concerning a place you were thinking about going to. For example, maybe you're curious about outside seating at a local eatery or want to know about parking at a particular business. Well, Google Maps has a...

That Blue Dot in Google Maps Now Shows Your Direction

Tim September 20, 2016 41

In a Google Maps update that was first given to beta testers, as we've seen it for what seems like a couple of weeks now, the blue dot that indicates your location will now also indicate your direction. Not that this needs to be broken down any further, but...

Google Maps Updated With Improved Typography, Areas of Interest

Tim July 25, 2016 7

An update for Google Maps will affect users on Android, desktop, as well as iOS, bringing a cleaner look, improved typography, and much more. As you would assume, when looking over a city in Maps, there is a lot of information, all condensed until you zoom in....

Google Maps Integrates Ride Services With Dedicated ETA Tab, Fare Estimates

Tim March 15, 2016 29

Starting today, users of Uber can simply open up the Google Maps app, plug in a destination, then get detailed information on whether an Uber is the best option for you to get somewhere. Usually, if you want to use Uber, you must open their app, hail a car,...

Waze 4.0 Launches on Google Play, Fancy ETA Panel and Improved Power Consumption

Tim March 10, 2016 37

After much teasing, Waze 4.0 is officially available on Google Play, bringing a gang of changes to Android users. Inside, Waze has "significantly" reduced battery consumption, while also incorporating an entirely redesigned reporting menu for sharing road...

Google Maps and Search Updated With Business Holiday Hours

Tim November 6, 2015 7

It's that time of year again, when every business thinks it is cool to just close up shop early because it's the holiday season. It can be a total pain to go to your usual spot, just to find they are shut down. Thanks to an addition inside of Google Maps and...

Google Maps Update Brings Gas Prices, Ability to Add Detours During Navigation

Tim October 20, 2015 92

An update is rolling out to Google Maps on Google Play, bringing with it the ability to check prices of gas at stations near you, as well as the function of adding detours to your trip during navigation. Once updated, users inside of the Maps application can...

Google Teams Up With FRA to Include Railroad Crossings in Google Maps

Tim June 29, 2015 36

According to The New York Times, Google and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) will announce a partnership today that will lead to the inclusion of all grade crossings in the United States via Google Maps. The FRA's hope is that this addition to Maps...