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Google officially killed Driving Mode after stripping most of its features in 2024
By Brady Snyder published
Bye Google Assistant is slowly being cast aside in favor of Gemini, and many features are gone forever as part of the move.

Google Maps doubles down on preventing fake reviews
By Nandika Ravi published
Fake reviews Google is using AI to find fake reviews on Google Maps, and is issuing more ‘suspected fake reviews’ warnings.

Google Maps is giving your ETA screen a glow-up on Android
By Jay Bonggolto published
now looking sharp Google Maps spices up your route planning with a directions overview redesign.

Google Maps taps Gemini for an 'Ask about place' chip with directions and more
By Nickolas Diaz published
Too soon? Google Maps rolled out a new Gemini chip for places, but there are a few issues.

Google Maps might predict more than just the traffic for you soon
By Nandika Ravi published
More deets Google Maps may soon be able to show you parking spots, gas savings, and even the time of arrival with Map Overviews

A Google Maps bug is wiping out Timeline history for some users
By Jay Bonggolto published
MIA Some users are seeing their Google Maps Timeline history disappear out of nowhere.

Android 16 Beta 2.1 gives us a sneak peek at Live Updates
By Brady Snyder published
Quick access Live Updates, which are persistent notification widgets similar to Apple's Live Activities, are working in Android 16 Beta 2.1.

Google Maps adds reporting options for weather-related roadside hazards
By Nickolas Diaz published
For your fellow driver Google was spotted rolling out an update for Android Auto that adds new roadside reporting options.
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