AI summaries to weather alerts: Check new Google Maps features
Google has announced the introduction of new artificial intelligence (AI)-driven features for its Maps application in India. The tech giant made this announcement at its annual 'Google for India' event today. One of the key features includes AI-powered summaries, which will analyze and provide concise overviews of various locations based on user reviews.
Enhanced search capabilities for unique experiences
In addition to review summaries, Google Maps is also enhancing its search capabilities. Users will now be able to look up unique experiences or items such as "themed birthday cakes" or "unique picnic spots." This feature aims to connect users with relevant businesses based on their specific requests.
Google Maps prioritizes visual content in search results
Google Maps will prioritize displaying photos uploaded by businesses and users in response to these unique search queries. This image-first approach is designed to provide a more engaging and informative user experience. The tech giant has utilized image recognition technology to link labels or descriptions of places with relevant search queries.
New weather alerts for safer navigation
Google Maps is also introducing weather alerts for areas with low visibility due to fog or flooded roads. This feature aims to enhance user safety while navigating through potentially hazardous conditions. The rollout of these new features will begin later this month, following their successful debut in the US earlier this year.
Google's continuous efforts to improve Maps in India
The introduction of these features follows Google's continuous efforts to enhance the Maps experience for Indian users. In July, the company added a range of India-specific features such as improved navigation guidance for flyovers and narrow roads, locations of EV charging stations, and community-curated lists for discovering new places in select cities.
