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TL;DR
- Google is preparing to launch Ask Maps, a Gemini-powered conversational feature accessible via a chip on the main map screen.
- A new “Try new features” section has been discovered in the Google Maps settings, allowing users to opt into this AI experiment.
- Experimental features appear to have a limited capacity initially.
Google is aggressively integrating Gemini into practically all of its services. Back in October last year, we spotted Google working on a new “Ask Maps” chip within Google Maps (not to be confused with the “Ask Maps about this listing” feature). Now, Google seems to be preparing to let users try out the feature within Google Maps.
Ask Maps is a new chip that will be available on the main Google Maps map screen. As we revealed last year, tapping the chip will open a Gemini-like conversation screen, with suggestions to help users get started with using Gemini within Google Maps.