Maps 9 brings slick new design, Uber OpenTable integration

BY GreenBot Staff

Published 5 Nov 2014

Maps is now easier on the eyes, its latest update packs some cool new features, too.

announced dnesday it’s upgrading Maps on both Android iOS with its Material Design scheme, which features bigger images, bolder colors, more textures, deeper shadows. It’s the same style that recently hit Gmail, Chrome, other key apps recently.

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Get a quick preview of where you’re headed or places worth checking out nearby.

The update isn’t just about upgrading the app’s look. If you’re looking to grab some food, you’ll be able to make a reservation inside the app through a new connection to OpenTable. There’s also deeper integration with Uber; Maps will show you estimated fares launch you directly into the Uber app if it’s installed on your device.

says the update should hit the App Store ay over the next few days. It’s optimized for phones tablets on both platforms. Android users who don’t want to wait for the update can download the A from sites like Android lice.

The impact on you: Material Design is coming your way whether you use Android or iOS. ’s design language features a more colorful elegant interface that is much easier to navigate. is seeking to unify the look feel of its applications regardless of platform. An example is the new Inbox app, which looks functions nearly identically on Android, Chrome, iOS.