Location data is now a monetizable asset— less about map tiles, directions, and location pins, and more about behavioral, ...

The Google Maps app for Android Auto is getting a partial redesign to better surface the “Report” functionality on smaller displays while also hiding suggested locations by default for some users.

Karandeep Singh Oberoi is a Durham College Journalism and Mass Media graduate who joined the Android Police team in April 2024, after serving as a full-time News Writer at Canadian publication ...

Last month, Google quietly killed off Google Sky Maps. But there’s still another way to virtually explore most of the solar system a la Google Maps: it’s called Google Maps in Space. Google Maps in ...

Amid growing support for homegrown apps, there is a spotlight on MapmyIndia's Mappls app, which is taking the competition straight to Google Maps. While Google Maps rules the consumer segment, ...

Google Maps is generally referred to as the world's number one mobile navigation app, but the battle in this space is getting fiercer, especially because rivals, often considered the underdogs, come ...

Google Maps on Android Auto appears to have stopped automatically expanding the Suggested Destinations dropdown on launch. This unannounced change solves a long-time pain point for users who rarely ...

With more than a decade of experience, Nelson covers Apple and Google and writes about iPhone and Android features, privacy and security settings, and more. As the holidays approach, millions of ...

Electrify America, which operates one of North America's largest EV charging networks, is adding a convenient new feature to Google Maps. Drivers will now be able to see live charger availability, ...

Through vast cross-country stretches or tight city streets, Google Maps and Waze guide you where you need to go—but which one is the top map app? I put them head-to-head to find out. My PCMag career ...

Even when driving back home from frequently visited locations, Google Maps, at least for me, is always a dear companion. When traveling back from locations that I frequent, I don't really need Google ...

Jeff (he/him) is an Evergreen Editor at Game Rant and former Evergreen Lead at DualShockers. He's been writing mini video game reviews for his friends ever since High School. He graduated with his MFA ...