Google Maps adds Timeline support on Apple's iPhone & iPad Google on Tuesday announced another update to the iOS version of Google Maps, bringing support for a Timeline feature previously limited to Web and Android users. Roger Fingas 9 years ago 3
Google Maps for iOS gets Directions widget, location sharing via iMessage app Google on Monday updated its Google Maps iOS app with a new lock screen widget bearing turn-by-turn directions, as well as iMessage integration for the mapping service's newly released location sharing feature. AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 2
Google Maps gets location sharing for Apple's iPhone & iPad Google will soon start rolling out real-time location sharing for users of its Maps app for iOS and Android, offering a feature similar to Apple's Find My Friends, or Google's own defunct Latitude. Roger Fingas 9 years ago 10
How to use offline mode in Google Maps with your iPhone or iPad One of the continuing advantages of Google Maps over Apple's native iOS Maps app is better support for going offline — something particularly important when going on vacation, traveling through rural areas, or otherwise passing through regions with weak internet access. Here's how to take advantage of those offline functions on your iPhone or iPad. Roger Fingas 9 years ago 9
Google updates Maps on iOS with better ridesharing UI, end-to-end Uber integration Google on Thursday updated its Maps apps for iOS and Android alike with a new, more in-depth ridesharing interface, including deeper integration with Uber that lets people hail a car without switching apps. Roger Fingas 9 years ago 7
Alphabet to sell off Terra Bella satellite unit, impacting Google Maps - report Google parent Alphabet is reportedly in talks to sell its satellite imaging unit, Terra Bella, in a deal that could impact the future of Google Maps and competition with Apple's own Maps app. Roger Fingas 9 years ago 15
Google Maps updates with new iOS 10 widgets, more place details Google has updated the iOS version of Maps with a few significant improvements, among them widgets redesigned for iOS 10, and more details about some of the places users visit. Roger Fingas 9 years ago 4
Redbox makes second go at online streaming, Google Maps gets 'Wi-Fi only' mode Better known for its DVD and Blu-ray rental kiosks, Redbox is reportedly braving a second foray into online streaming. Google, meanwhile, is rolling out a new "Wi-Fi only" option for data-conscious users of its Maps mobile app. Roger Fingas 9 years ago 6
Google Maps for iOS adds ride services tab, Spotlight search & more Google on Wednesday issued another update to the Google Maps iOS app, most notably adding a dedicated tab for people wanting to travel via ridesharing services. Roger Fingas 10 years ago 8
Google reopens Map Maker with new safeguards to block controversial edits Google on Tuesday reopened Map Maker access in 45 more countries, including the U.S., with a new moderation system designed to prevent a repeat of the offensive Google Maps edits that forced it to disable the system in May. Roger Fingas 10 years ago 3
eBay arrives on Apple Watch, Google Maps for iOS gets pushed locations eBay on Tuesday released its first app for Apple Watch, while Google Maps for iOS updated with the ability to receive locations pushed from the desktop. Roger Fingas 10 years ago 2
Google announces Street View iOS app, plans to merge Views into Maps Google on Wednesday announced plans to launch a new app, Street View, which will let anyone submit a photo sphere to Maps, including ones captured via compatible 360-degree cameras. Roger Fingas 11 years ago 28
Google opens Inbox access, brings Cardboard to iOS, updates Places API and Maps On the first day of its I/O developer conference Google made a series of iOS-related announcements, including making Inbox available to everyone, bringing its Cardboard virtual reality technology to the platform, and announcing updates to the iOS versions of Maps and the Places API. Roger Fingas 11 years ago 19
Google Maps Easter egg shows Android mascot urinating on Apple logo [updated] An unknown person has inserted an Easter egg image into Google Maps, depicting the mascot for the Android operating system urinating on an Apple logo, and is now gaining attention across the Internet. Roger Fingas 11 years ago 80
Rumor: Google Maps for iOS to be released tonight A report from All Things D claims that the much anticipated Google Maps dedicated iOS app will be released sometime Wednesday night which, if true, would bring the internet search giant's mapping service back to Apple devices for the first time since it was deprecated in iOS 6. Mikey Campbell 13 years ago 43
Photos allegedly show native Google Maps app for iOS A set of images released on Sunday reveal what is claimed to be Google's anticipated Google Maps app for iOS, suggesting the internet search giant is well into the process of developing standalone software after Apple ditched its mapping services with iOS 6. AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 77
Google's Schmidt offers strong words regarding Apple Maps flap Google Chairman Eric Schmidt on Tuesday confirmed a new version of its popular iOS mapping app has not yet been submitted to Apple, adding that the iPhone maker's decision to switch to a new proprietary solution was perhaps a misstep. AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 137
Google Maps app from iOS 5.1 reportedly ported onto iOS 6 A hacker claims to have successfully ported the now defunct Google Maps iOS app to Apple's iOS 6, however the workaround is unstable and requires a jailbroken iPhone. AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 33
