Google Maps may soon get a “Power-saving mode” that switches to a simple black-and-white interface to extend battery life during navigation.

Google Maps may soon get a “Power-saving mode” that switches to a simple black-and-white interface to extend battery life during navigation.

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We were able to activate a new Gemini integration in the latest Google Maps beta. Gemini will eventually replace the Google Assistant for hands-free control during navigation. The change isn’t live in ...

While I've preferred Google Maps to Waze in the past, a recent road trip helped changed my mind about which mapping app to use for directions. Google Maps is terrible at offering walking and hiking ...

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Google’s move to shift Maps Timeline data from the web to local device storage has caused widespread backup issues. Many users report being unable to restore or access their Timeline data, with no ...

Privacy-first: no tracking or data collection. Offline maps and turn-by-turn directions save battery. Free, open-source app for Android and iOS. Every month, Google ...

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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, ...

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 ...