Google kills Tenor GIF API, forcing changes at X, Discord, and more

Google is so famous for killing products that there’s a whole virtual graveyard you can explore. Google’s latest shutdown now ...
PC World

Explore the solar system from your desk with Google’s space maps

Last month, Google quietly killed off Google Sky Maps. But there’s still another way to virtually explore most of the solar system a la Google Maps: it’s called Google Maps in Space. Google Maps in ...
Forbes

Google Maps Update Now Sees Around Corners, As A Good Navigator Should

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[Part 3] Maps Static / Embed API | Lightweight with Images and Embeds! Energy-saving design to display maps while reducing browser load

Hello, this is Masaaki Ito. For someone like me who believes in "living simply," the two APIs I am introducing today are the most lovable features within the Google Maps Platform. This is because they ...
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[Part 1] Maps JavaScript API | The New Common Sense for 2026! Basics of Rendering Dynamic Maps on the Web and Freely Visualizing Information

Hello, I am Masaaki Ito. This is the first installment of our series verifying all features of the Google Maps Platform. The topic this time is the "Maps JavaScript API," which is the most familiar ...
CNET

Google Maps Can Now Plan EV Road Trips With Charging Stops via Android Auto

A Google Maps update unveiled Monday aims to streamline long-range electric vehicle road trips for Android Auto users. The navigation and mapping software can now automatically suggest charging stops ...
Carscoops

Google Maps Now Plans EV Charging Stops Automatically, But Not For Every Car

Electric vehicle owners are in for a treat as Google Maps is bringing new trip planning features to more than 350 vehicles with Android Auto. This promises to make long-distance trips less stressful ...
InfoQ

Google Open-Sources the Common Expression Language for Python

Unlock the full InfoQ experience by logging in! Stay updated with your favorite authors and topics, engage with content, and download exclusive resources. Spencer Judge discusses the architectural ...
ZDNet

How Google Maps just changed how you navigate and drive - in two profound ways

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Engadget

Google Maps brings a 3D map to your driving directions

In recent weeks, Google has been busy adding AI features to all of its most popular apps. Following Gmail and Chrome, Maps is now the latest service to get a Gemini makeover, with a redesign of the ...
CNBC

Google brings more AI to navigation with 'Ask Maps' feature that lets users ask complex questions

Google is launching a new chatbot feature called "Ask Maps" inside its popular maps app. The company is tapping its Gemini AI technology to answer complex navigation questions. Google is adding more ...