by dbadmin | May 13, 2025 | Google, google account, Google Maps, News
Credit: Andy Walker / Android Authority Users are starting to see the new Google account switcher in Maps on Android. The redesign brings the UI closer to what you see on the web. Since August 2024, we have been keeping tabs on a new account switcher that’s in...
by dbadmin | May 8, 2025 | Google Maps, News
Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Google Maps for iOS is now getting the handy screenshot-reading tool. The feature allows Maps to automatically save places from screenshots that contain location information. The new tool is not yet available on Android but...
by dbadmin | Apr 25, 2025 | Google, Google Assistant, Google Maps, News
Credit: Andy Walker / Android Authority Android users can no longer access Google Assistant Driving Mode. The feature has gone missing in the Google app and on Maps. It’s unclear if this is a mistake or intentional removal. Update, April 25, 2025 (02:28 PM ET): Google...
by dbadmin | Apr 25, 2025 | Google, Google Maps, News
Google Maps has been slowly working on a new sheets-first implementation of its interface. Last year that got started with Explore as a sheet, keeping the main map view visible underneath. Now that same look has extended to the You and Contribute screens. Last year,...
by dbadmin | Apr 11, 2025 | Apple, Apple Maps, Google, Google Maps, News
Apple Maps started offering a public web interface in beta testing last year. That web version of Maps is now compatible with Chrome on your Android phone. Apple Maps in Chrome still lacks some important desktop features, however. For years now, Apple and Google have...
by dbadmin | Apr 1, 2025 | Google, Google Maps, News
Google Maps is updating its trip details screen when setting up navigation. The new look fits in more information, even as some details get smaller. One new addition shows your estimated time of arrival, if you’re to leave immediately. Google Maps packs an incredible...
