Google Maps
8 articlesThe latest tech news, updates, and in-depth coverage about Google Maps — curated by the Blip Tech team.
Drive Your Way: Customize Your Car Icon on Google Maps for Android
Google Maps for Android introduces new customizable car icons with detailed designs and a spectrum of colors, bringing the app closer to Waze's personalization features.
Google Maps Reverses Controversial Android Auto UI Change
Google listens to user feedback and reverts a controversial UI change in Google Maps for Android Auto, enhancing the driving experience on smaller displays.
Google Maps Utilizes Dash Cam Footage for Road Data Updates
Google Maps is now using dash cam footage from vehicles to update road data including speed limits in an effort to improve its mapping features and keep things up-to-date.
Google Maps App Update: Teal Accent Color Replaces Blue on Android
Google Maps app is rolling out a teal accent color for its buttons and UI elements on Android, giving the app a more modern look. This follows other design changes like moving corner weather widget to bottom sheet and simplified bottom bar with just three tabs.
Google Maps Surpasses 2 Billion Monthly Users, Joining Elite List of Google Products
Google Maps now has over 2 billion monthly users, joining other Google products like Search, Gmail, Android, Chrome, Play Store, and YouTube in surpassing this milestone.
Google Maps Relocates Weather Information for a Cleaner Look
Google Maps is moving the weather for a slightly cleaner map
Android Automotive Gains Google Maps Incident Reporting Feature
Android Automotive users can now report incidents in Google Maps
Discover the Hidden Android Auto Trick for a Smoother Driving Experience with Google Maps
Discover a hidden Android Auto trick that allows you to easily preview upcoming directions on your Google Maps route for a smoother driving experience.
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