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.

Despite its litany of flaws, I love Android Auto. It makes driving more enjoyable by offering easy access to my music collection and putting important navigation information front and center. However, ...

Google Maps is updating to incorporate Gemini, providing greater voice interaction options for Maps users. The update will allow more conversational requests, better access to information and a break ...

Google wants to improve real-time monitoring on Android 16 by adding Live Updates to Google Maps. The feature, initially introduced in the latest Android ecosystem, enables users to keep track of food ...

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Google Maps may be testing Live Updates integration for navigation on some devices. More users now report seeing the feature in action, but the test group appears to be very limited. Google Maps Live ...

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Google Maps is preparing a new “Power saving mode” behind the scenes on its Android app, which does away with color and only shows the absolutely essential details in exchange for improving your ...

Google Maps is starting to test Live Updates for navigation on some devices. We spotted the feature several days ago, and more reports from other users have since surfaced. Testing appears very ...

Google just figured out it's 2026 already, and Google Maps on Android Auto still doesn’t allow users to configure the vehicle icon. That's why the company has decided to release this functionality, ...