Google maps already can display pandemic-related transit alerts and let people know when buses or trains might be crowded. An updated version will have a Covid-19 layer to give a sense of the number ...

Go to maps.google.com, enter an address and choose your preferred zoom level. Click the "Satellite" option on the top left of the map. The Satellite option changes to display "Map." Do not more your ...

When you go to Google Maps on desktop and place your cursor over a business listing, Google will overlay more details on that business. If you then move your cursor over the business images, you can ...

Bryant Suellentrop spotted a new ad placement in the Google Maps interface that Ben Fisher confirmed with me is new. In short, if you are browsing Google Maps and click on a business pin, Google will ...

In addition to being a fun way to explore the world, Street View helps users get their bearings before visiting a new location. Google Maps is now testing AR-esque place marker overlays that make ...

Google Maps Live View uses augmented reality to overlay arrows, directions, and now landmarks over the real world to make navigating easier. The feature is getting a number of big updates today.

A patent filed by Google shows that the company is interested in adding a real-time animated simulation of the conditions in specific areas and adding that feature to Maps. Image Credit: ...