- Google supercharges Maps experience by integrating Gemini AI across core features
- Platform introduces conversational discovery and enhanced navigation capabilities for U.S. users
- Major update expands Immersive View globally, bringing 3D mapping to 150 cities
Smart Navigation Gets Smarter
Google Maps unveiled groundbreaking AI features powered by Gemini, transforming how users discover and navigate places.
The U.S. rollout brings intelligent location recommendations and enhanced driving assistance, positioning the platform against competitors Apple Maps and navigation startups.
Your Personal Travel Companion
The AI upgrade enables natural conversation capabilities, letting users ask questions like “things to do friends at night.”
Gemini responds by crafting personalized suggestions, from speakeasies to live music venues, complete summarized reviews and detailed answers about specific venue features. These functions launch this week across Android and iOS devices.
Beyond Basic Navigation
Revolutionary driving features highlight precise lane positions, crosswalks, and road signs. The update introduces weather disruption reporting, immersive parking assistance, and AR walking directions.
Google’s Immersive View expands to 150 global cities, including Brussels, Kyoto, and Frankfurt. Meanwhile, sister app Waze gains voice-powered incident reporting through Gemini.
