The Next Web

Google’s biggest Maps update in a decade puts Gemini in the passenger seat

Google has launched Ask Maps, a Gemini-powered conversational feature, alongside 3D Immersive Navigation in its biggest Maps ...
PCMag on MSN

Google Maps just got a major AI upgrade. Here's how 'Ask Maps' will work

Gemini rolls out in Google Maps, allowing you to talk to the app like you would a chatbot. Immersive Navigation, meanwhile, ...

AI Mode Data, Ask Maps & Branded Queries Go Live – SEO Pulse

AI Mode self-citations tripled in nine months. Google Maps launches Ask Maps with Gemini. Reid describes new audio and video ...
Cult of Mac

Google Maps navigation goes immersive with Gemini

Google Maps is becoming smarter with Gemini, with a new interactive and detailed Immersive Navigation view and Ask Maps ...

Navigation in Google Maps is getting its biggest, most powerful makeover ever

Google introduces Ask Maps for Gemini's best destination recommendations, plus the responsive new Immersive Navigation 3D view.
9to5google

Google Maps reportedly prepping car icon and color picker for Android Auto

The new Google Maps custom car icons have been available for a year, and more recently, the existence of custom icons in the Android Auto build. A new APK teardown report alleges that Google is ...
autoevolution

Google Caught Working on a Desirable Google Maps Feature on Android Auto

Google just figured out it's 2026 already, and Google Maps on Android Auto still doesn’t allow users to configure the vehicle icon. That's why the company has decided to release this functionality, ...
Android

Google Maps May Let Drivers Change Their Avatar Icon Directly in Android Auto

Google Maps may soon allow drivers to change their Driving Avatar Icon directly within Android Auto. A code found in version 16.2 suggests upcoming customization support. If true, this could reduce ...
Artnet

Want a Masterclass in How Not to Work With Artists? Ask Google

I have only applied for three public art commissions over the course of my multi-decade career. The first, many years ago, was at the urging of an artisan with whom I was working. It took a lot of ...
Lifehacker

Car Icons Are Disappearing From Google Maps in Android Auto (but You Might Be Able to Fix It)

Michelle is Lifehacker's Associate Tech Editor, and has been reviewing games, laptops, phones, and more for over 10 years. She is based in New York City and holds a master's degree from NYU. February ...
Mankato Free Press

Ask Us: Google not always on the mark with highway maps

Q: Who reports road changes to all the maps apps like Google Maps and Apple Maps? MnDOT changed the entrance to Wood Drive during the Highway 22 construction last year. The entrance to the road is now ...
autoevolution

Why iPhone Owners Use Google Maps and Not Apple Maps

Google Maps vs. Apple Maps. This long-distance fight has been a debate for as long as the two apps existed. Many people consider Google Maps the clear leader in the navigation space. Others believe ...