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This Google Maps feature will change the way you navigate — and it's hiding in plain sight

Google Maps makes navigating to your destination much easier, and the Map Details options can improve this tenfold with only a couple of taps.

Tom’s Guide · Feb 2

This simple setting changed how I used Google Maps forever – and it could bring big benefits to you too

The map details feature in Google Maps has improved my travel for good. Here’s how to use it.

TechRadar · Feb 1

My walks just got a lot better, as Google says 'Gemini in Navigation' supports more

Google expands a hands-free Gemini navigation feature in Maps to help more users who are walking or cycling.

Android Central · Jan 30

How to remove your home address from the internet — 6 ways to protect your privacy

Learn seven effective ways to remove your home address from the internet, including blurring map apps, deleting search results, and cleaning up social media.

Tom’s Guide · Jan 18

Tired of aimless group chats? I tried this AI tool that finally turns 'we should hang out' into real plans using Google Maps

Continua uses AI and Google Maps to turn messy group chats into real plans, including where to go, when to meet, and how to actually follow through.

Tom’s Guide · Jan 18

Yes, TomTom still exists — I drove 300 miles to see if it could beat Google Maps

The TomTom app is a free download for iOS and Android Auto, so I put it to the test to see how it compares with Google Maps.

Tom’s Guide · Jan 17

Will Google be third time lucky with new, AI-powered smart glasses?

It has been over a decade since Google Glass smart glasses were announced in 2013, followed by their swift withdrawal – in part because of low adoption. Their subsequent (and lesser known) second iteration was released in 2017 and aimed at the workplace. They were withdrawn in 2023.

The Conversation · Jan 16

Fact check: Video shows bagpipes played in Israel

A widely shared online post claimed Scottish people have started playing bagpipes during the Muslim call to prayer.

Evening Standard · Jan 9

Huh, Arc Raiders' maps are heavily based on real-world locations: 'Spaceport was actually done in Tenerife'

"The real work is actually making sure the map plays well."

PC Gamer · Jan 6

7 Apple Watch apps to help you get the most out of your new smartwatch

My favorite third-party apps for Apple Watch will help you meditate, blaze new trails, run faster, and navigate more efficiently.

Tom’s Guide · Jan 3