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Google Maps 'Speed Limit' feature now rolling out in the US

The "speed limit" feature on Google Maps that has been confined to only some parts of the US, seems to have expanded to new areas, a media report said. "One tipster from New York City, another from Los Angeles and yet another from Minnesota all tipped us about seeing the speed limits tonight on Maps,"

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02:03 PM
Jan 19, 2019

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Google Maps update reportedly brings icons and audio cues for speed traps, crash alerts

Of all the mobile apps developed (and maintained) by Google, Maps is perhaps one of the most popular. Used by billions of smartphone users across the globe for their day to day commuting needs, Google Maps comes with a lot of features such as turn-by-turn directions, voice-guided navigation, and real-time traffic conditions. The service is

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02:16 PM
Jan 17, 2019

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Apple Maps in India finally getting turn-by-turn navigation feature

Google maps, which is the biggest rival to Apple maps, has always been the go-to navigation app for most smartphone users in India. The crucial turn-by-turn navigation feature, which was missing on iPhones and iPads, pushed several iOS owners to use Google Maps over Apple's native solution. Now, the Cupertino giant seems to be finally

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Staff

01:43 PM
Jan 10, 2019

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Google introduces 'messages' in Maps to connect with businesses

Google has just rolled out a new feature for its Google Maps app. As part of the announcement, the company has introduced a new Messages feature inside the app which allows users to send instant messages. If you are thinking that it allows users to contact their friends and family while allowing a new form

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Staff

01:08 PM
Jan 02, 2019

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Chain-snatchers may be taking assistance of Google Maps to target areas with less traffic

Robbers and criminal masterminds seem to be making use of the latest technology to step up their game. According to a new report on the internet, it looks like chain snatchers in Hyderabad seem to be taking the assistance of openly available data on Google Maps to only target the areas with no traffic jams.

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Staff

05:38 PM
Dec 28, 2018

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Google Maps adds auto-rickshaws as mode of public transport

Of all the Google services that people use on a daily basis, Maps has to be perhaps one of the most useful. Trusted by billions of commuters around the world, Google Maps includes everything from real-time traffic information to turn-by-turn navigation. The service, which supports both rapid transit and public transport, is now getting even

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Staff

03:57 PM
Dec 17, 2018

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Google Maps now lets you easily message nearby businesses directly from the app

Of the numerous apps that Google has for Android and iOS, Maps is perhaps one of the most popular and useful. The app is used by billions of users around the globe on a frequent basis, for everything from planning trips to getting turn-by-turn directions. In addition to that, Maps also lets users find the

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Staff

05:01 PM
Nov 16, 2018

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Google Maps ties up with Aamir Khan-starrer Thugs of Hindostan

In the build-up to the launch of the new movie Thugs of Hindostan starring Aamir Khan, Google Maps has enabled a new function that will allow users to switch the navigation icon to Aamir Khan's character from the movie. The movie is set to be released on November 8, and this latest bit of marketing

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Staff

11:53 AM
Nov 01, 2018

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Google announces that it will start charging smartphone markers for installing its apps in Europe

Google has just announced that it will start charging a small fee on Android device makers who device to include Google apps on their devices that are meant for the European market. The company took to its official The Keyword blog to explain the decision in a dedicated blog post. According to the post, the

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Staff

05:56 PM
Oct 17, 2018

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Man divorces wife after seeing her cheating on him with another man on Google Street View

While there s no denying the fact that technology has made our lives easier, it has also become so pervasive that there s no hiding from it. From our online searches (Google Search) to the places we visit (Google Maps), everything is constantly tracked. And sometimes, these all-seeing digital services reveal information that one could

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Staff

12:07 PM
Oct 15, 2018

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Apple iOS 12: Google Maps now works with Apple CarPlay

Google Maps is now available to use with Apple's CarPlay on iOS 12. Google has rolled out Google Maps version 5.0 on the App Store, and it now works on all CarPlay supported vehicles and devices globally. Up until now, CarPlay only supported Apple Maps on the built-in screen in newer cars with mapping data

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Staff

04:26 PM
Sep 20, 2018

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Reliance JioPhone 2 second flash sale today on jio.com at 12PM: Price, specifications, features

In July this year, Reliance Industries announced the JioPhone 2, the second smart feature phone from the telecom player which comes with some nifty upgrades. The first flash sale took place on August 16, and today, the smart feature phone will go on second flash sale at 12:00PM via Jio.com. The new feature phone from

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Staff

11:48 AM
Aug 30, 2018

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Google is teaming up with banks to provide instant loans

Internet giant Google held its Google for India event in New Delhi to share details about all the India-centric things that the company is working on. The company made a number of announcements during the event ranging from re-branding the existing Google Tel app to Google Pay, bringing Google Station in Andhra Pradesh in partnership

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06:51 PM
Aug 28, 2018

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Google for India: Tez becomes Google Pay, High quality Wi-Fi, Project Navlekha, Google Go and Kerala flood efforts

Google today hosted the fourth edition of its annual Google for India event. This event showcases Google s efforts in the country, and also gives a glimpse at initiatives and features developed with Indian users in mind. Some of them are even expanded to other countries. This year s Google for India was no different,

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12:30 PM
Aug 28, 2018

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Kerala floods: Xiaomi will repair damaged smartphones for free

Kerala has experienced one of the worst floods ever caused because of the heavy rainfall. The damage has been of great deal, but in these desperate times, many tech giants like Google, Amazon, Facebook have stepped forward to offer help in any which way they can. While Xiaomi has contributed to the cause too, the

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01:31 PM
Aug 23, 2018

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Google sued for tracking phone location without user consent

According to a new report, a lawsuit has been filed against Google in the federal court in US, accusing the company of tracking the whereabouts of smartphone user despite the location history settings being turned off. The news comes only days after Google claimed to have updated its tracking policy, in order to clarify that

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09:07 PM
Aug 21, 2018

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Google's Android Messages app gets the new Material Design along with dark mode

Since introducing a refreshed version of its Material Design, Google has been gradually rolling out the new design to its in-house Android apps. After the likes of Google Maps, Google Phone, and Google Contacts, now the company is reportedly rolling out the new design for Android Messages. As per Android Police, the company is rolling

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03:16 PM
Aug 17, 2018

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Google issues a clarification on how it tracks your whereabouts even if Location History is off

Google recently found itself embroiled in a controversy regarding its location tracking policies, after it was found that even users that have opted out of tracking of Location History are still having their location tapped and logged by the search and internet giant. The issue stemmed from the use of Google Maps, which is the

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11:07 AM
Aug 17, 2018

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Google tracks your movements, like it or not

Google wants to know where you go so badly that it records your movements even when you explicitly tell it not to. An Associated Press investigation found that many Google services on Android devices and iPhones store your location data even if you've used privacy settings that say they will prevent it from doing so.

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PTI

09:07 AM
Aug 14, 2018

google-mapsPage - 2

Google Maps 'Speed Limit' feature now rolling out in the US

Google Maps update reportedly brings icons and audio cues for speed traps, crash alerts

Apple Maps in India finally getting turn-by-turn navigation feature

Google introduces 'messages' in Maps to connect with businesses

Chain-snatchers may be taking assistance of Google Maps to target areas with less traffic

Google Maps adds auto-rickshaws as mode of public transport

Google Maps now lets you easily message nearby businesses directly from the app

Google Maps ties up with Aamir Khan-starrer Thugs of Hindostan

Google announces that it will start charging smartphone markers for installing its apps in Europe

Man divorces wife after seeing her cheating on him with another man on Google Street View

Apple iOS 12: Google Maps now works with Apple CarPlay

Google turns 20: Here are our favorite Google products through the years

Reliance JioPhone 2 second flash sale today on jio.com at 12PM: Price, specifications, features

Google is teaming up with banks to provide instant loans

Google for India: Tez becomes Google Pay, High quality Wi-Fi, Project Navlekha, Google Go and Kerala flood efforts

Kerala floods: Xiaomi will repair damaged smartphones for free

Google sued for tracking phone location without user consent

Google's Android Messages app gets the new Material Design along with dark mode

Google issues a clarification on how it tracks your whereabouts even if Location History is off

Google tracks your movements, like it or not

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