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Opinion | Sanchar Saathi Mess: 5 Lessons From The Centre's Spectacular Misfire
It's worrying that nobody in authority had the brains to anticipate the outrage that has dominated the public discourse in the last two days. In a way, the government has brought this blowback upon itself.
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Google Maps Updated With Power Saving Mode; Know How to Use It on Your Pixel 10 Series Smartphone
Google introduced a new Power Saving Mode in Google Maps earlier this month. This feature, designed to conserve battery life during navigation, started reaching more devices. Google Maps switches to a black-and-white interface in this mode. It displays essential information. The feature is only available in Pixel 10 series smartphones.
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Google Maps Reportedly Rolling Out Gemini Support for All Navigation Modes
Google announced earlier this month that Gemini would replace Google Assistant as the primary artificial intelligence (AI) assistant in Maps. This change is now finally said to be taking place. According to a report, Gemini is now available to help users in Google Maps, enabling them to start navigation to a destination, find places along the route...
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Google Maps' 4 New Updates Aimed At Making Road Trips Interesting
Google Maps has rolled out new features to aid the ease of travel for users and electric vehicle owners.
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Google Maps’ New Power Saving Mode is Exclusive to the Pixel 10 Series
Google yesterday announced a slew of updates for Pixel and other Android handsets, as part of its Pixel Drop for November 2025. It included features like Nano Banana in Messages, a new crisis badge for the VIP widget, and AI-powered summaries of chats. Among the myriad of additions is a new power-saving feature for Google Maps, which displays a sim...
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Noida Launches Uttar Pradesh's First 'Google Speed Limit Project' To Curb Road Accidents
The initiative, virtually launched by Uttar Pradesh DGP Rajiv Krishnan, aims to significantly improve road safety by displaying real-time speed limits on Google Maps for all city roads.
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'No Changes': Google Denies Removing Western Sahara Border For Morocco Users
The dotted lines illustrating the border between Western Sahara and Morocco, indicating the former's disputed territory status, have never been visible to people using Google Maps in the latter, the company told AFP on Tuesday.
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Google Maps Gets New Features in India: Conversational Driving Experience, Proactive Traffic Alerts and More
Google Maps has rolled out 10 new India-focused features, including Gemini-powered voice assistance for hands-free navigation, local recommendations, and the ability to ask detailed questions about routes and places. The update also introduces proactive traffic alerts and accident-prone area warnings in select cities. Some features are India-exclus...
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Snapchat Web: What Is It and How to Use Snapchat Web on Your Computer
Snapchat Web offers access to the popular messaging app on your desktop browser, letting you chat, send Snaps, and make calls without picking up your phone. While Snapchat is known for features like AR Lenses and Snap Map, the web version offers a streamlined experience with some limitations. Read on for a complete guide to accessing Snapchat Web, ...
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Google's 'Min Mode' for Always-on Display Mode Spotted in Development on Android 17: Report
Google is reportedly to be working to modify the AOD feature in Android 17. The company could release a new"Min Mode" which could allow third-party apps to display their own persistent, minimalist interfaces directly on the AOD. Google Maps is expected to use this feature first. The 'Min Mode' may allow display of the full-screen application interf...
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Google Maps Is Reportedly Developing a New Power Saving Mode for Navigation
Google Maps appears to be developing a new mode that will reduce battery usage during navigation. Reference to the feature was reportedly spotted on the APK teardown of Google Maps for Android. Users may also be able to activate the Power Saving mode directly within the Google Maps app. The UI may show a monochrome design in this mode, leaving only...
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How to Drop a Pin in Google Maps on Mobile and Desktop: A Step-by-Step Guide
Google Maps allows users to mark exact locations on the map. This feature can be used on Google Maps on Android, iPhone, and desktop. The feature allows users to share the pin with their recent apps or contacts. Here is how to use the drop pin feature across all platforms.
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14 Km In 2 Hours: Children's School Commute Highlights Bengaluru's Traffic Condition
The post is gaining attention among city residents and daily commuters.
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Android Phones Susceptible to ‘Pixnapping’ Attack That Steals 2FA Codes, Messages and More, Researchers Say
Android devices are susceptible to a new type of attack that can covertly steal two-factor authentication (2FA) codes, private messages, location timelines, and other data. Security researchers have devised this new attack, called Pixnapping, which can exploit loopholes and security flaws in Android without requiring any system permissions. As per ...
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Polish Tourist Falls Into Canal In Venice, Blames Google Maps: "Be Careful"
The clip captures Wiktoria Guzenda, walking down stairs in the scenic city, only to lose her balance and fall straight into the water.
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Opinion | Sanchar Saathi Mess: 5 Lessons From The Centre's Spectacular Misfire
It's worrying that nobody in authority had the brains to anticipate the outrage that has dominated the public discourse in the last two days. In a way, the government has brought this blowback upon itself.
-
Google Maps Updated With Power Saving Mode; Know How to Use It on Your Pixel 10 Series Smartphone
Google introduced a new Power Saving Mode in Google Maps earlier this month. This feature, designed to conserve battery life during navigation, started reaching more devices. Google Maps switches to a black-and-white interface in this mode. It displays essential information. The feature is only available in Pixel 10 series smartphones.
-
Google Maps Reportedly Rolling Out Gemini Support for All Navigation Modes
Google announced earlier this month that Gemini would replace Google Assistant as the primary artificial intelligence (AI) assistant in Maps. This change is now finally said to be taking place. According to a report, Gemini is now available to help users in Google Maps, enabling them to start navigation to a destination, find places along the route...
-
Google Maps' 4 New Updates Aimed At Making Road Trips Interesting
Google Maps has rolled out new features to aid the ease of travel for users and electric vehicle owners.
-
Google Maps’ New Power Saving Mode is Exclusive to the Pixel 10 Series
Google yesterday announced a slew of updates for Pixel and other Android handsets, as part of its Pixel Drop for November 2025. It included features like Nano Banana in Messages, a new crisis badge for the VIP widget, and AI-powered summaries of chats. Among the myriad of additions is a new power-saving feature for Google Maps, which displays a sim...
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Noida Launches Uttar Pradesh's First 'Google Speed Limit Project' To Curb Road Accidents
The initiative, virtually launched by Uttar Pradesh DGP Rajiv Krishnan, aims to significantly improve road safety by displaying real-time speed limits on Google Maps for all city roads.
-
'No Changes': Google Denies Removing Western Sahara Border For Morocco Users
The dotted lines illustrating the border between Western Sahara and Morocco, indicating the former's disputed territory status, have never been visible to people using Google Maps in the latter, the company told AFP on Tuesday.
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Google Maps Gets New Features in India: Conversational Driving Experience, Proactive Traffic Alerts and More
Google Maps has rolled out 10 new India-focused features, including Gemini-powered voice assistance for hands-free navigation, local recommendations, and the ability to ask detailed questions about routes and places. The update also introduces proactive traffic alerts and accident-prone area warnings in select cities. Some features are India-exclus...
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Snapchat Web: What Is It and How to Use Snapchat Web on Your Computer
Snapchat Web offers access to the popular messaging app on your desktop browser, letting you chat, send Snaps, and make calls without picking up your phone. While Snapchat is known for features like AR Lenses and Snap Map, the web version offers a streamlined experience with some limitations. Read on for a complete guide to accessing Snapchat Web, ...
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Google's 'Min Mode' for Always-on Display Mode Spotted in Development on Android 17: Report
Google is reportedly to be working to modify the AOD feature in Android 17. The company could release a new"Min Mode" which could allow third-party apps to display their own persistent, minimalist interfaces directly on the AOD. Google Maps is expected to use this feature first. The 'Min Mode' may allow display of the full-screen application interf...
-
Google Maps Is Reportedly Developing a New Power Saving Mode for Navigation
Google Maps appears to be developing a new mode that will reduce battery usage during navigation. Reference to the feature was reportedly spotted on the APK teardown of Google Maps for Android. Users may also be able to activate the Power Saving mode directly within the Google Maps app. The UI may show a monochrome design in this mode, leaving only...
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How to Drop a Pin in Google Maps on Mobile and Desktop: A Step-by-Step Guide
Google Maps allows users to mark exact locations on the map. This feature can be used on Google Maps on Android, iPhone, and desktop. The feature allows users to share the pin with their recent apps or contacts. Here is how to use the drop pin feature across all platforms.
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14 Km In 2 Hours: Children's School Commute Highlights Bengaluru's Traffic Condition
The post is gaining attention among city residents and daily commuters.
-
Android Phones Susceptible to ‘Pixnapping’ Attack That Steals 2FA Codes, Messages and More, Researchers Say
Android devices are susceptible to a new type of attack that can covertly steal two-factor authentication (2FA) codes, private messages, location timelines, and other data. Security researchers have devised this new attack, called Pixnapping, which can exploit loopholes and security flaws in Android without requiring any system permissions. As per ...
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Polish Tourist Falls Into Canal In Venice, Blames Google Maps: "Be Careful"
The clip captures Wiktoria Guzenda, walking down stairs in the scenic city, only to lose her balance and fall straight into the water.
