Updated Google Maps leak before I/O
A pretty major update is coming to the web version of Google Maps and we finally got to see some of the features. These include better UI and learning algorithms for better search results. More...
A pretty major update is coming to the web version of Google Maps and we finally got to see some of the features. These include better UI and learning algorithms for better search results. More...
A new report claims Apple wants to go after GPS systems in cars and replace them with its own Apple Maps solutions. Users will be able to see directions directly on their dashboards. More...
In their latest April Fools' prank, Google have released a third layer for its mapping service, offering the capacity to browse the globe as a treasure map. Ahoy! More...
Apple have been quietly updating their Maps application in order to compete with Google. Apple updated satellite imagery in various places, as well as adding 'Flyover' to new cities around the world. More...
Google is approaching a settlement over Wi-Fi data tapping, being forced to cough up $7 million to some 30 U.S. states. More...
Google has made good on its word and has lifted the block that was preventing Windows Phone users from accessing Google maps via the phones IE browser; sanity has been restored. More...
Earlier this week it was discovered that Google were intentionally blocking Windows Phone users from accessing Maps via the web. This weekend we want to know if this practice annoyed you More...
Google has stated that it is intentionally blocking Windows Phone users from accessing its mobile map services by stating that they only support webkit mobile browsers and that IE is unsupported. More...
If you are a Windows Phone user and you enjoy using Google maps via your browser, you are up the creek without a paddle as Google is now blocking Windows Phone users from accessing this service. More...
Apple's own mapping solution seems to slide further down the drain as Google's new maps app for iOS 6 has become the top free app on the App Store with 10 million downloads within its first two days More...
Google Earth lets you fly anywhere on Earth to view satellite imagery, maps, terrain, 3D buildings, from galaxies in outer space to the canyons of the ocean. You can explore rich geographical content More...
Google has finally launched their mapping app on iOS devices, including popular features such as turn-by-turn navigation and Street View. The risk of getting lost as how dramatically decreased More...
The Victorian Police Force has issued a warning to motorists not to trust Apple's Maps app in iOS 6, after some people became stranded in a forest after following directions too closely More...
The Bing team has brought a huge amount of new satellite and Global Ortho aerial images to Bing Maps, covering 15 million square kilometers and comprising of 121 terabytes of new imagery More...
It's no secret that iOS 6 Maps sucks, and that users are clamoring for a Google Maps app. However sources say that Apple may not approve such an app in an effort to promote their own solution. More...
Google is introducing AMBER Alerts into their Public Alerts platform. AMBER Alerts will provide information to users through Google Search and Maps wanting to help in the search for abducted children. More...
Google Earth lets you fly anywhere on Earth to view satellite imagery, maps, terrain, 3D buildings, from galaxies in outer space to the canyons of the ocean. You can explore rich geographical content More...
In a new report, developers are claiming that they gave Apple feedback on multiple problems in its iOS 6 Maps app - including major data quality issues - well before it launched to the public. More...
We all know that Steve Jobs had a vendetta against Google, but a new report shows that it went even deeper than we knew: Jobs seriously considered dumping Google as Apple's default search engine. More...
Oracle will officially be switching to Nokia's mapping and location services. The move was confirmed today and is expected to be publicly announced tomorrow at Oracle OpenWorld. More...
The catalyst for Apple dropping Google Maps for its own in-house developed solution was apparently a disagreement over voice-guided turn-by-turn navigation, a feature not included in the contract. More...
Google don't seem concerned with iOS Maps. Eric Schmidt has taken time from promo work in Japan to address some of the issues that Apple has been faced with, giving Google's take on the situation. More...
Apple are working hard to rectify the mapping horror show that they created when iOS Maps debuted; part of this involves dipping into the job market, seeking developers to work improve the service. More...
The new iOS 6 release includes Apple's own Maps app, but it's being slammed for having lots of seemingly dumb mistakes, with one UK site showcasing a list of obvious errors. More...
Microsoft has an opportunity to push its Bing App onto iOS users who find the new iOS 6 maps to be lacking in functionality. With Google out of the way, Microsoft could proposition iOS users. More...
Google today announced that they will update Android Maps with new features, conveniently on the day that Apple is set to release its mobile operating system, iOS 6. More...
Apple is partnering with Yandex to use the Russian search giant's APIs in its new in-house Maps app, and is said to be discussing making Yandex the default search provider for Russian iOS devices. More...
Anonymous sources have teased that Nokia will provide mapping services for Amazon's Kindle Fire, a feature the current tablet lacks, ignoring Google's already popular and established service. More...
Forget Google's Street View for the road! The company has released new panoramic images of the South Pole and several 'landmarks' on our southern most continent. More...
Maps could be the new battle arena for tech giants, with Amazon the latest to signal plans to move into the mapping industry after acquiring 3D mapping startup UpNext for an undisclosed amount. More...
Data from Microsoft is apparently being used in the iOS 6 beta version of the newly announced Maps app from Apple, along with data from a lot of other companies. More...
Following recent announcements from Apple and Google of 3D mapping services, it appears Microsoft will be joining the party by announcing a 3D mapping system for Windows Phone devices. More...
After months of rumors, Apple has officially revealed its plans to offer a new in-house map application for iOS 6, featuring full 3D photo maps of a number of cities, turn based navigation and more. More...
Mapping the streets around the World is not a simple task but Google has been able to do just that. Along the way though, the company's drivers have managed to hit quite a few things. More...
Bing has just rolled out new features to its mapping service and is also announcing a new partnership with Big Think that will launch a new series on Humanizing Technology. More...
Google Earth lets you fly anywhere on Earth to view satellite imagery, maps, terrain, 3D buildings, from galaxies in outer space to the canyons of the ocean. You can explore rich geographical content More...
What if you need to get somewhere, and you need directions? Google comes to the rescue with Maps for Nintendo's Entertainment System. More...
Google Earth lets you fly anywhere on Earth to view satellite imagery, maps, terrain, 3D buildings, from galaxies in outer space to the canyons of the ocean. More...
Google Earth lets you fly anywhere on Earth to view satellite imagery, maps, terrain, 3D buildings, from galaxies in outer space to the canyons of the ocean. You can explore rich geographical content More...
Nokia's CEO confirms that Microsoft services, such as Bing Maps, will soon get Nokia branding - and that the new arrangement will extend to devices on all platforms, not just Windows Phones. More...
If you run a website that uses Google Maps for location, Google will soon be ending its free gravy train and will start making you pay for the use of its service., under certain conditions. More...
Google Earth lets you fly anywhere on Earth to view satellite imagery, maps, terrain, 3D buildings, from galaxies in outer space to the canyons of the ocean. You can explore rich geographical content More...
Google Earth lets you fly anywhere on Earth to view satellite imagery, maps, terrain, 3D buildings, from galaxies in outer space to the canyons of the ocean. You can explore rich geographical content More...
Microsoft's competitor to Google's Street View has finally gone international with the UK being the first on the list. More...
Apple has filed a patent for an implementation of augmented reality that uses its Maps application, suggesting the company is considering the feature in a future iOS release. More...
Microsoft has detailed in a comprehensive PDF the new changes and improvements that have been made to Bing Maps in the July 2011 Bing Maps update. As the Bing team nicely states: “So what did... More...
Google has created a stir recently by changing a lot of their services’ interfaces to coincide with the announcement and private beta release of their Google+ social networking service. So today we’re sharing our opinions... More...
In a change that many have expected, Microsoft has unveiled its new 'Streetside view' for Bing Maps. The introduction of this new type of view has been designed to compete with Google's streetview by saying... More...
Google has begun rolling out an update to their mobile platforms. The new interface refresh comes with additional options, making it easier to get to Google apps, such as YouTube, Gmail and others, much more... More...
Android news was flowing at today's D: Dive Into Mobile conference, with a sneak-peek at the next version of the Android OS, along with a new version of Google's Maps client for Android. Engadget reports Google... More...