My Maps is a hugely powerful custom maps creation tool that Google has forgotten about. Here's how I use it to level up Google Maps.

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. There’s a lot to explore in Google Maps beyond the basics of ...

Ben Khalesi covers the intersection of artificial intelligence and everyday tech at Android Police. With a background in AI and data science, he enjoys making technical topics approachable for those ...

Pretty much everyone has used Google Maps to get from Point A to Point B. It might be your go-to daily map app, or just something you only use when traveling. Millions of people rely on this app to ...

I’ve been navigating with Google Maps via Apple CarPlay for years and hadn’t realized that there's a feature to quickly and ...

Planning a trip is supposed to be exciting, but let’s be honest—it can quickly become overwhelming. Between researching destinations, organizing itineraries, and trying to fit everything into a ...

Web: Search for a location or drop a pin > photo > See more dates > scroll through dates and click one. Mobile: Search for location or drop pin > Street View preview > tap screen > See more dates > ...

Irene Okpanachi is a Features writer, covering mobile and PC guides that help you understand your devices. She has five years' experience in the Tech, E-commerce, and Food niches. Particularly, the ...

Google announced about a year ago that Google Maps would get a Glanceable navigation feature on Android and iPhone that will put navigation right on the lock screen. I said at the time this would ...

Google Maps no longer locks away the entire app when you start a public transport ride. You can now search and change routes ...

Garmin watches finally received access to Google Maps this summer, mirroring your phone's directions to help you reach your destination. But be warned: It's much more limited than the Google Maps ...

If you haven’t spent a lot of time inside Google Maps—besides getting from A to B and finding the nearest restaurant or bar—then you might not know about all the various features stuffed into the app ...