Maps update puts a focus on navigation inside the app

BY GreenBot Staff

Published 6 Feb 2017

Over the past few weeks has added in-app Uber booking parking availability to Maps, but it isn’t done with the improvements. In an update rolling out today, the app will receive some better navigation—not in how we drive but in how we get around the app.

A blog post details the change, which will only affect the Android version of Maps. The update adds a new menu bar to the bottom of the home screen that brings easy access to three common features: places, driving, transit. Designed to cut down on the number of taps you’ll need to make to get directions find restaurants, the update focuses on delivering real time at a glance, according to a blog post:

“en you’re on the go, there’s no time for apps that can’t keep up. ether you need to get to work or you’re just looking for a quick bite around you, Maps gives you personalized information about your world so you can make decisions get around with confidence.”

Under the new places tab, users will find lists of restaurants bars around you, as well as a search bar that lets you find ATMs, pharmacies, gas stations grocery stores. Additionally, if you tap the car icon you’ll be able to quickly get an estimated time of arrival for going home or to work, as well as traffic conditions any possible reported delays. Finally, the subway icon will show you the best train or bus to catch for your commute, or you check out schedules for stations stops near you.

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Maps’ new navigation helps you get the information you need quickly.

The impact on you at home: all love Maps, but let’s face it, no one wants to spend any more time with it than they have to. th this latest update, hasn’t added any new features, but by streamlining the interface a bit, it will help us get where we’re going that much faster.