Select contributors to Google Maps’ Local Guides program have received a free three-month Google Fi Unlimited plan (worth up to $195). As has been the case for a few years now, the offer is limited to ...

Google is working on a new AI-powered discovery tool that makes it easier to find places, the company announced Friday. The introduction of AI into Maps will make discovery easier by letting users ...

Google is testing a new Gemini feature that lets people attach Google Maps areas directly to their prompts. With this integration, Gemini can act as a conversational local guide, answering questions ...

Google announced a number of new(ish) shopping and maps/local features yesterday, a lot of them using AI features that Google likes to tout. There are glanceable AI-generated reviews, swipe left/right ...

Learn how to use Google's local justifications to improve your visibility in local packs and Google Maps. Local justifications are bonus textual snippets Google can use to enhance your listings in ...

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Google Maps launched an AI feature for personalized local business recommendations. It uses large language models to analyze Maps data and suggest places based on user interests. The technology aims ...

Google is experimenting with large language models to help users discover more places in Google Maps. Google is experimenting with large language models to help users discover more places in Google ...