Google Maps Gets Gemini AI Upgrade: Ask Maps and 3D Navigation
Google Maps introduces Gemini-powered Ask Maps and 3D navigation features.
Google has announced a major AI upgrade to Google Maps, introducing a Gemini-powered conversational Ask Maps feature along with an updated Immersive Navigation experience.
The new Ask Maps feature allows users to have natural conversations with Google Maps to get directions, recommendations, and answers about places. Instead of typing queries, users can ask questions like "Whats a good route for a morning jog in this area" or "Find a coffee shop near me with good wifi."
The Immersive Navigation update brings a 3D view that displays buildings, overpasses, and terrain. Google Maps will now highlight important road details like lanes, crosswalks, traffic lights, and stop signs when providing directions.
Google says the app will have a new spatial understanding of routes, made possible with Gemini models. This represents a significant step in making Google Maps more intelligent and user-friendly.
The features will roll out gradually to users worldwide over the coming weeks.
*参考来源: TechCrunch