"When you see pins, tap the mic to ask questions about the place, like you would a friend: "What is this place and why is it popular?" or "What's the vibe inside?" The powerful combination of Gemini capabilities and Google Maps' understanding of places around the world gets you the answers you need, helping you decide in a moment if a spot is worth the wait."
"A lot of people don't like to hear, in 500 feet turn right. Some want to know that you should turn right after the Mobile gas station or specific landmarks. Now, Google can do that. Google said, "Gemini does this by analyzing Google Maps' fresh, comprehensive information about 250 million places and cross-referencing it with Street View images to curate the most useful landmarks visible from the street, so guidance is accurate and helpful.""
Google Maps adds Gemini-powered features across Lens, navigation, and traffic alerts. Lens built with Gemini lets users point their phone at stores, cafes, shops, or landmarks, tap visible pins, and ask conversational questions such as "What is this place and why is it popular?" or "What's the vibe inside?" Proactive traffic notifications warn users about road disruptions before navigation begins. Landmark-based navigation uses analysis of Google Maps' data on 250 million places and cross-references Street View images to identify visible landmarks for turn-by-turn guidance. These features are rolling out gradually on Android and iOS, with some elements starting in the U.S.
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