Just in time for summer, Google Maps is getting a new update that will bring aerial views of the world’s most popular destinations, improved cycling directions with improved route details, and a safer way to stay in touch with friends and family.
Aerial view
Google Maps will now have nearly 100 aerial views of popular landmarks. This means you’ll be able to check out Tokyo Tower before your trip to Japan, or even Lady Liberty before heading to New York. While this looks good, Google has plans to make it even better with an “immersive view,” but it still has some work to do before it achieves that goal. If you want to check out the new aerial view, be sure to head over to the photos section to see the detailed landmark.
Aerial view, improved bike routes and location sharing notifications.
Cycling directions
In addition to popular landmarks, cycling directions are being upgraded, with Google Maps set to enter more details such as elevation, car traffic, stairs and whether you’ll be cycling uphill or downhill. The new update will also show you whether you will be cycling on a main or local road. Google has prepared this data using AI, city data, trusted partners and feedback from Google Maps users. This seems like perfect timing, given that rising gas prices have forced some to commute by bicycle. But don’t forget to check the air quality before you go.
Share with people who care
The latest update coming to Google Maps is the notification settings for friends and family. By sharing your location, friends and family can now see when you’ve arrived and left a location. This feature will only be available to those who have shared a location with a specific user. The invited user will then be able to set check-in and check-out points. Users can choose to stop sharing their location whenever they want. This is to ensure that privacy is still maintained.
Aerial views and landmarks and location sharing notifications are rolling out globally to Google Maps on iOS, Android and PC. If your city currently has cycling directions, the improved cycling route update should be released in the coming weeks.
Source: Google
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