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Android 16 just gave Google Maps a small makeover — and it's all thanks to Material 3 Expressive
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Google Maps is getting some design tweaks thanks to Android 16 and Material 3 Expressive. Here's what's changing.

Google Maps has secret Easter eggs hiding in plain sight — here's how to unlock them
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to uncover Google Maps' hidden Easter eggs and unusual satellite discoveries.

Google Maps just made it easier to see the places you've been — here's how
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Maps isn't always the best at remembering where you've been, but the latest update could change that with a new "Your recent places" section.

Google Maps vs. Waze: The final verdict, according to our readers
By Josh Render last updated
Tom’s Guide readers have made it clear what they love about Waze, and we love to see that passion! Let’s have a look at some of the most appreciated features for Google’s other map app.

11 Underrated Google Maps Features You Should Be Using Right Now
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Google Maps has a lot of features hiding away, and there's more to it than simply getting from place to place. Here are 11 of my favorite underrated features.

I tested Waze vs. Google Maps for a weekend trip — and there's a clear winner
By Josh Render last updated
I tested both Google Maps and Waze to see which map app is the best, including which has the best features and offers the best overall journey.

Google Maps is losing these two features — here’s what’s changing
By Josh Render published
Google has announced that it will no longer allow users to follow others, or be followed themselves, within the app.

Google Maps just lost a useful feature — this will make future road trips more frustrating (Update: Google responds)
By Josh Render last updated
Google Maps on Android devices has apparently removed the ability to control media playback with ease.
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