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Gemini AI to transform Google Maps into a more conversational experience

Google Maps is heading in a new direction with artificial intelligence sitting in the co-pilot’s seat

The Independent UK

Here's what the redesigned Google Photos and Maps icons look like

Google was reported to have icon redesigns for Maps and Photos, similar to the gradient update for the "G" logo.

Android Central

Google Maps and Polestar fix the worst part of highway driving

Polestar 4 becomes the first car to get Google Maps’ real-time lane guidance.

Android Central

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Always stuck in the wrong lane? Google Maps is rolling out AI-powered live lane guidance, for a select few

Google is rolling out AI-powered live lane guidance to make sure you don't veer off on the wrong road.

TechRadar

Google Maps now offers real-time lane guidance, but only in this one car

This clever new Google Maps feature is unique to the Polestar 4

Google Maps Is About to Get A Whole Lot Smarter With 'Live Lane Guidance'

The 2026 Polestar 4 will debut a new Google Maps feature that will make getting lost on the road really difficult.

InsideEVs

The 2026 Polestar 4 Is Flawed But Charming—And Probably Polestar's Best Yet

The electric Polestar 4 SUV-coupe gets up to 310 miles of range, and loses its rear window for a camera system. Here's why it all works.

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Android's upcoming feature could make the always-on display actually useful

Android’s always-on display could become a mini-home screen in the near future.

Android Central

Google Maps adds a useful tweak for its Android Auto interface – and may soon help you save your phone battery while navigating

Google appears to be testing a more centered map in Android Auto, with a power-saving mode on the way too.

TechRadar

Supply teacher banned for telling pupil, ‘if you took him outside and shot him, no one would miss him’

Science supply teacher Carolyn Akers also told the pupil he would ‘grow up to be transgender’ and hit him on the head with a booklet

The Independent UK

Google Maps is getting a huge upgrade for millions — and it could be a real lifesaver

Google Maps may soon introduce a power-saving mode that could keep you traveling longer.

Tom’s Guide

Google Maps is testing a battery-saving mode you've always needed

Google Maps is working on a new power saving mode.

Android Central

Google Maps could soon get its biggest design upgrade in years – and it'll save your battery too

A future update could save your bacon when it really matters.

I tested Waze on a 400-mile road trip — and now I've changed my mind about Google Maps

While I've preferred Google Maps to Waze in the past, a recent road trip helped changed my mind about which mapping app to use for directions.

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Cycling Weekly

I rode 3,000 miles following a David Bowie lyric – and this is why you should do the same

Is there life on Mars? We can't be sure, but we do know that basing a cycling itinerary on the song's “from Ibiza to the Norfolk Broads” lyric results in a life-changing adventure

The Independent UK

Restaurant workers arrested for allegedly attacking man and disabled son who asked for help with car trouble

Court records show that at least two of the men are employees of the restaurant Yucatan

Tom’s Guide

5 Android Auto tips and tricks I swear by to improve your daily commute

I used Android Auto almost daily with my commute to work. Here's five of my favorite Android Auto tips and tricks to get the most out of Google's car software.

TechRadar

Apple Maps is about to copy Google Maps, a new report claims – and that’s made me worried for its future

Apple Maps might soon introduce ads to the user experience, and many people are unhappy.

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Apple Maps could be about to make a huge mistake and copy the worst part of Google Maps and Waze — ads

Apple Maps may be taking some cues from Google Maps and Waze, by adding ads to Apple Maps search results next year.

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Ford Bronco Helps Bring TransAmerica Trail to Google Street View

Google’s ambitious Street View project to create a 360-degree map of the world began in 2007. Since then, over 220 billion images have been captured, covering more than 10 million miles across 100 countries and territories. For its latest effort, the tech giant teamed up with Ford to map roads…

Tom’s Guide

I love Google Maps, but it sucks for hiking — here's the app I use to avoid getting lost in the woods

Google Maps is terrible at offering walking and hiking trails in its app. So I've resorted to using OpenStreet Map to avoid getting lost (and paying money).

Tom’s Guide

Tired of Google Maps and Apple Maps? Here are your best alternatives

You don't have to get stuck with Google Maps or Apple Maps, there are plenty of alternative navigation apps out there to choose from.

Android Auto's latest update brings an important Google Maps refresh

The latest update to Android Auto could make it easier to report incidents on the road

Android Central

I used Samsung's Galaxy XR headset, and it's the 'laptop for your face' you've been waiting for

I tested Samsung Galaxy XR's impressive Google software, but some of its best features couldn't be contained in a 30-minute demo.

Tom’s Guide

Google Maps could be about to change how you add stops mid-drive — and this is why it'll make your life harder

Google could be about to change how you add stops to your trip, and I really don't like how much this changes things.

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