TECHNOLOGY

Google Maps adds India-first feature

By Sanjana Shankar

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Updates

Google Maps has introduced AI-based updates in India, including Lens in Maps, Live View walking navigation, and fuel-efficient routing. 

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Address descriptors

Address Descriptors, an India-first feature, will display relevant landmarks and area names around pinned addresses. It will be offered in over 75 cities. 

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Lens in Maps

Launching in January, Lens in Maps will use AI and augmented reality to provide information, like opening hours and ratings, for restaurants and cafes. 

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Fuel-efficient routing

Fuel-efficient routing will be available in January for both four-wheelers and two-wheelers. The feature aims to help reduce fuel consumption and limit carbon emissions. 

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Live View

Live View walking navigation will shows arrows, directions, and distance markers on the Maps screen to help users navigate more easily. 

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Namma Yatri

Google has partnered with India's ONDC and Namma Yatri to offer metro schedules and bookings directly through Google Maps, starting with Kochi Metro by mid-2024. 

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