Google Maps has many useful features to help you make the most of route planning, trip options, and privacy features.

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Users can now post reviews with a custom display name and profile picture instead of their real Google Account identity. The setting applies across all public contributions in Google Maps and Search ...

While most people associate Google Maps with real-time navigation, the app has packed in plenty of features over the years. While some of these are related to its main purpose, like offline maps, ...

Following the big Gemini updates earlier this month, Google Maps is adding a handful of new features, like review nicknames. The AI updates continue with a prominent Gemini-powered “Know before you go ...

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Google Maps is getting a Gemini-powered upgrade. Beyond being able to chat hands-free with Gemini within Maps and receive directions based on popular landmarks, users can now create custom, ...

Google Maps is adding new AI features, including a builder agent and an MCP server — a tool that connects AI assistants to Google Maps’ technical documentation — to help developers and users create ...

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Millions of drivers use Google Maps for driving directions, but it can also save parking spots. Both Maps and Waze (a Google company) can store your car's location using satellite technology and help ...