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6 Must-Have Travel Apps That Work Without Internet Access
With the right offline apps installed, travelling becomes smoother, more confident and far less dependent on connectivity.
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Google Maps Gets Gemini-Powered ‘Ask Maps’ Feature; Adds Immersive Navigation for Driving
Google on Thursday announced a new feature for Google Maps, which lets users ask complex, real-world questions about places directly within the app. The feature, dubbed Ask Maps, is said to have deeper artificial intelligence (AI) integration and adds new Gemini-powered capabilities in Google Maps. Following its rollout, users can ask natural langu...
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After Noida Techie's Death, Delhi To Map High-Risk Zones On Google Maps
Following the fatal Noida incident, a Delhi Police chief has directed district-level officers to work with government agencies to identify and secure accident-prone and high-risk locations across the national capital.
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Google Maps Audio Navigation Problems Could Affect Driver Safety, Make Navigation Confusing: Report
Google Maps is facing criticism over the reliability of its audio navigation, following a report that highlights recurring problems with pronunciation, turn instructions, and automatic route changes. The report points to difficulties in multilingual regions, where mispronounced street names can make directions unclear. It also notes cases where Goo...
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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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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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Planning A Trip? Google Maps Can Help You Travel Smarter
Think Google Maps is just for directions? Think again. From saving must-visit spots to building day-wise itineraries and discovering hidden gems on the go, here's how to turn this everyday app into your smartest travel planning tool.
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Women Accidentally Drives Car Into Ditch Near Mumbai, Rescued
The woman was supposed to take the Bay bridge in Belapur, but Google Maps navigated her through a route beneath the bridge - leading to Dhruvatara Jetty.
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'West Philippine Sea', Once Invisible To Most Users, Now Seen On Google Maps
A Google Maps scan on Monday of the body of water directly west of the Philippines now shows a name once invisible to most users -- the West Philippine Sea.
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Google Chrome for iOS Receives Shopping Insights, Other New Features
Google Chrome for iOS has rolled out several new features that aim to make finding information and completing tasks easier. The web browser now lets iPhone users add text queries to visual searches via Google Lens for more helpful and relevant results. It also introduces new ways to save space on iPhone, find better deals while shopping online, and...
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In A First In 17 Months, Members Of Meitei-Kuki Communities Hug As 2 Hostages Freed
Two men from the Meitei community who were taken hostage after they entered a village dominated by the Kuki tribes following wrong directions on Google Maps on September 27 were released this morning.
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X User Blames Google Maps For Missing Bengaluru To Mumbai Flight. See Post
In recent years, many Google Maps users have encountered outdated information and misleading directions that result in detours and delays. In one such incident, a Google Maps error caused a man to miss his flight from Bengaluru to Mumbai.
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Google Maps Live Activities With ETA, Directions Reportedly Rolling Out to More Users
Google Maps Live Activities support is rolling out to users in various regions, including India, according to a report. Support for iOS feature that allows users to view information at a glance from an app while it is in the background, is expected to roll out to Google Maps in the future.
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Google Maps for Android Update With Redesigned Bottom Sheet Layout Rolling Out Widely
Google Maps was updated with a new interface design, which is now being rolled out widely. The new interface comes with a bottom sheet layout, where instead of showing the menu and information edge-to-edge, it now appears within rounded sheets that do not cover the entire space. Changes have also been made to the directions and navigation page.
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6 Must-Have Travel Apps That Work Without Internet Access
With the right offline apps installed, travelling becomes smoother, more confident and far less dependent on connectivity.
-
Google Maps Gets Gemini-Powered ‘Ask Maps’ Feature; Adds Immersive Navigation for Driving
Google on Thursday announced a new feature for Google Maps, which lets users ask complex, real-world questions about places directly within the app. The feature, dubbed Ask Maps, is said to have deeper artificial intelligence (AI) integration and adds new Gemini-powered capabilities in Google Maps. Following its rollout, users can ask natural langu...
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After Noida Techie's Death, Delhi To Map High-Risk Zones On Google Maps
Following the fatal Noida incident, a Delhi Police chief has directed district-level officers to work with government agencies to identify and secure accident-prone and high-risk locations across the national capital.
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Google Maps Audio Navigation Problems Could Affect Driver Safety, Make Navigation Confusing: Report
Google Maps is facing criticism over the reliability of its audio navigation, following a report that highlights recurring problems with pronunciation, turn instructions, and automatic route changes. The report points to difficulties in multilingual regions, where mispronounced street names can make directions unclear. It also notes cases where Goo...
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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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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.
-
Planning A Trip? Google Maps Can Help You Travel Smarter
Think Google Maps is just for directions? Think again. From saving must-visit spots to building day-wise itineraries and discovering hidden gems on the go, here's how to turn this everyday app into your smartest travel planning tool.
-
Women Accidentally Drives Car Into Ditch Near Mumbai, Rescued
The woman was supposed to take the Bay bridge in Belapur, but Google Maps navigated her through a route beneath the bridge - leading to Dhruvatara Jetty.
-
'West Philippine Sea', Once Invisible To Most Users, Now Seen On Google Maps
A Google Maps scan on Monday of the body of water directly west of the Philippines now shows a name once invisible to most users -- the West Philippine Sea.
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Google Chrome for iOS Receives Shopping Insights, Other New Features
Google Chrome for iOS has rolled out several new features that aim to make finding information and completing tasks easier. The web browser now lets iPhone users add text queries to visual searches via Google Lens for more helpful and relevant results. It also introduces new ways to save space on iPhone, find better deals while shopping online, and...
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In A First In 17 Months, Members Of Meitei-Kuki Communities Hug As 2 Hostages Freed
Two men from the Meitei community who were taken hostage after they entered a village dominated by the Kuki tribes following wrong directions on Google Maps on September 27 were released this morning.
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X User Blames Google Maps For Missing Bengaluru To Mumbai Flight. See Post
In recent years, many Google Maps users have encountered outdated information and misleading directions that result in detours and delays. In one such incident, a Google Maps error caused a man to miss his flight from Bengaluru to Mumbai.
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Google Maps Live Activities With ETA, Directions Reportedly Rolling Out to More Users
Google Maps Live Activities support is rolling out to users in various regions, including India, according to a report. Support for iOS feature that allows users to view information at a glance from an app while it is in the background, is expected to roll out to Google Maps in the future.
-
Google Maps for Android Update With Redesigned Bottom Sheet Layout Rolling Out Widely
Google Maps was updated with a new interface design, which is now being rolled out widely. The new interface comes with a bottom sheet layout, where instead of showing the menu and information edge-to-edge, it now appears within rounded sheets that do not cover the entire space. Changes have also been made to the directions and navigation page.
