by dbadmin | Feb 3, 2026 | Android Auto, Google Maps, News
TL;DR Some Android Auto users report Google Maps losing the car icon when switching back to split-screen mode. Navigation still works, but the car marker disappears until Maps is force-closed on the phone. Several users say switching back to the default blue arrow...
by dbadmin | Feb 3, 2026 | Authority Insights, Google, Google Gemini, Google Maps, News
Credit: Andy Walker / Android Authority TL;DR Google is testing a Gemini-powered upgrade for the “Suggest an edit” feature in Google Maps. The new interface replaces the standard form-like experience with a chatbot-style experience that accepts natural language....
by dbadmin | Jan 29, 2026 | Google, Google Gemini, Google Maps, News
TL;DR Google Maps brought Gemini to driving navigation back in November. Now, Gemini is also coming to both walking and cycling navigation. Availability gets started with iOS, with Android support arriving soon. It’s pretty clear at this point that AI isn’t a silver...
by dbadmin | Jan 22, 2026 | Authority Insights, Google, Google Maps, News
Credit: Andy Walker / Android Authority TL;DR Google Maps v26.04.01 includes code for a new feature that will let users delete all their contributed incident reports. The option will likely be under Settings > Location & Privacy, and accessing it will remove...
by dbadmin | Jan 11, 2026 | Features, Google Maps
While I use Google Maps even when I’m not navigating, I drove around a bit more during the holiday season and had to rely on the app’s directions to get around. However, this made me acutely aware of its shortcomings when it comes to audio navigation — something I...
by dbadmin | Jan 8, 2026 | Android XR, Authority Insights, Google Maps, News
TL;DR Google might have begun working on navigation support for Android XR using Google Maps. Previously, Google has previewed how Maps and Gemini could work together to help you navigate, especially while walking. In addition to step-by-step navigation, your Android...
