Google is no stranger to discontinued tech. But the phasing out of Google Maps Driving Mode took many by surprise. You know that little black bar at the bottom of Google Maps on Android? Perhaps ...

In February of 2024, Google Assistant Driving Mode was pared back to basically be a voice bar, but in recent days it has disappeared entirely from Google Maps on Android. Launching Google Maps driving ...

Google Maps can be your best friend when traveling to an unfamiliar place, but the app is not just about showing directions to the destination on your itinerary. Google has packed in many more ...

Google is rolling out some big Gemini-powered updates to its Maps app. Google Maps is getting a conversational navigation feature that lets drivers ask complex questions. You can find specific kinds ...

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Update: July 8, 2024 (4:35 PM ET): A Google spokesperson has reached out to Android Authority and provided the following statement: Promoted pins in navigation are not new – they let people see ...

Update: Google has reached out to 9to5Google to confirm that they will not be rolling out invasive ads to Google Maps while driving. This is actually the “Promoted Pins” UI that has been available on ...