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Nickolas Diaz

EXPLAINED: Google maps taps gemini for an ask about place chip with directions and more | Vintage Vibes

Viewing Google Maps on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4's smaller cover screen.

What you need to know

  • Google is reportedly rolling out an "Ask about place" chip that leverages Gemini in the Maps app.
  • When selecting a place and surfacing Gemini, users can tap this chip and write a query about it for the AI to fulfill with directions, location, and other info.
  • There are reports that the feature isn't functioning properly 100% of the time, so Google's plan behind this rollout is a little unclear.
  • A Maps update was recently spotted as reports claim the app will become more user-friendly with at a glance information.
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