Google Maps can show transit delays

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Google has started rolling out an update for Maps that displays transit delays. It said the feature is coming to a "few major cities globally" to start, with others, including Canadian cities, to be added soon. It gets its information from your fellow riders and local agencies. It can even display entrances to subway stations and alternate transit routes. Plus, it can show information like if a bridge is too low or if a weather disruption (like a snowstorm) will affect your journey.

Google brings shopping to Maps

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Google released an update for Maps that brings shopping information to the app—starting in the US first. You can search for the item you want to buy and Maps will show you nearby stores that are selling it. It allows you to search for clothing, home goods, groceries, and electronics. It will show individual product listings and the locations where generic examples of the item can be found.

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Google Maps rolls out update for Immersive View

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With artificial intelligence, imagery, and computer vision, Google Maps gives you a closer look at your surroundings with the aptly named Immersive View feature. Starting this week, Google will expand this feature to 150 cities internationally, including places like Frankfurt, Kyoto, and Brussels. The company also adds new categories, including college campuses to give you virtual campus tours.

Immersive View for routes is also getting more details. It can let you know where to park and highlight if there are things like a complex turn in your path. Google will roll out this new update for Android and iOS.

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Google Maps to offer walking directions

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Another new feature coming to Google Maps brings you straight to your destination. The app adds arrival guidance that shows everything from nearby parking spots to walking directions from your car to the entrance of the establishment you're going to. It will even enter Street View or AR walking navigation to orient yourself quickly. This feature will be available to Android and iOS devices globally starting this week.

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