Google is no stranger to discontinued tech. But the phasing out of Google Maps Driving Mode took many by surprise. You know that little black bar at the bottom of Google Maps on Android? Perhaps ...

Google Maps users who rely on Google's popular navigation app for most of their drives should be happy to hear that a massive software update is on the way. Better yet, the new updates are ...

Sanuj is a tech enthusiast with a passion for exploring smartphones, tablets, and smart wearables. He started his tech journey with a Lumia smartphone, diving into Windows Phone. Later, he switched to ...

It occurred to me, though, that I use the app often enough outside of driving as well, and it might be worth talking about ...

There’s a lot happening in the Android Auto world these days, as Google seems to be a lot more committed to improving the experience behind the wheel for its users. And in addition to new features ...

Life without Google Maps would be unthinkable, especially for urban commuters and explorers. While the present-day navigation is all about suggesting the correct directions to follow, Google’s ...

Google has made killing off products a bizarre hobby, and even the products people love the most sometimes have the same fate. Since we're here to talk about the experience behind the wheel, the best ...

Technology has made life easier, and our cars are no exception. With the advent of virtual assistance, driving has become more comfortable and safer. Apps like Google Maps have made navigation simpler ...

In 2022, Google announced it was killing the Assistant Driving Mode that provided a “Dashboard” homescreen. This left another optimized UI in Google Maps for Android, which was also called “Driving ...

Despite its litany of flaws, I love Android Auto. It makes driving more enjoyable by offering easy access to my music collection and putting important navigation information front and center. However, ...

“Based on location and time of day, Google Map driving mode will show ETAs for recently searched-for destinations.” In other words, Driving Mode is using existing addresses, where you’ve been, what ...

Commentary: I'm already distracted by everything going on around me when I drive. I don't need more of it from Google Maps. With more than a decade of experience, Nelson covers Apple and Google and ...