Google Maps gets smarter: Gemini integration and immersive 3D navigation feature.

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It seems Google has decided to leave no corner of its applications untouched by its artificial intelligence, and today it's the turn of our constant companion, Google Maps. Google announced the deeper integration of its Gemini AI model into the app, offering features we never imagined before, such as Ask Maps, which transforms maps from a mere route-finding tool into a personal assistant that precisely understands your needs, in addition to stunning visual updates that make driving a cinematic 3D experience.

Gemini integration in Google Maps

Ask Maps feature: Ask the map like you're asking an expert.

Have you ever searched for a public tennis court with floodlights to play at night? Normally, you'd have to spend hours reading user reviews and scrutinizing photos to confirm the presence of lighting. Now, with Ask Maps, you can simply ask this complex question, and Gemini will search through data on over 300 million places and millions of reviews to provide you with a comprehensive answer and a personalized map of those locations.

It doesn't stop there. Artificial intelligence in maps can now plan your trips based on your previous searches or saved locations. It can build a complete itinerary, leveraging Google's vast community, saving you the hassle of lengthy searches and switching between note-taking apps and browsers—it's like having an expert friend who knows every corner of the city right in your pocket.

Immersive navigation: The biggest driving update in a decade

Google describes its Immersive Navigation feature as the biggest update to its Maps driving service in over a decade. Thanks to artificial intelligence, the app now has a deeper spatial understanding of roads; Gemini analyzes Street View and aerial imagery to provide highly detailed navigation, such as displaying buildings, bridges, and terrain in 3D.

While driving, the app will highlight vital road details such as traffic lanes, pedestrian crossings, traffic lights, and even stop signs. This isn't just visual enhancement; it's a real aid in reducing stress while driving in busy cities or at complex intersections you haven't encountered before.

A broader vision and more precise route planning

From PhoneIslam: The Gemini logo with a four-pointed star in shades of blue, green, yellow, and red, alongside the word "Gemini" in bold black letters, is inspired by Google Maps and artificial intelligence for a modern appeal.

The new update doesn't just show your current route; it provides a broader view of the path with detailed information about what lies ahead. The app will show you intelligent comparisons between alternative routes, not only in terms of time but also ease of access and traffic. Google has also added route previews to help you plan your parking before you arrive—a feature eagerly awaited by anyone struggling to find parking in major cities.

Ask Maps has begun rolling out to iOS and Android users in the US and India, with plans to expand to a browser version soon. Immersive navigation is also gradually becoming available in the US and will expand to compatible devices in the coming months, along with support for CarPlay and Android Auto, ensuring this smart experience is directly on your car's screen.

Do you think artificial intelligence will be in every application, everywhere? And who knows, maybe it was artificial intelligence that wrote this article. Do you like artificial intelligence?

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Faris Al Janabi

I bought an iPhone 16 Pro Max, but it turned out to be designed for the Chinese market and lacked Apple's smart features like Siri and call recording. I traded it in at a loss for another one with a model number ending in ZA/A, but it still didn't work. Even though I set the region and language to the United States, it doesn't record calls. The phone app says it records voice calls, but the recording indicator doesn't appear, and there's no recording in the Notes app. I then traded it in for another one that turned out to be designed for the Gulf region, and it had the same problem. I tried to distance myself from Apple, even though I've been using them since the iPhone 4, but the beauty and precision of the iPhone made me reconsider.
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Faris Al Janabi

This information, along with the previously mentioned features like Apple's smarts, Siri, and call recording on iPhones, is limited to the US and parts of Europe. Therefore, this news is disappointing for a large percentage of iPhone enthusiasts. Apple should have informed iPhone users about the specific iPhone models that lack these advanced features to prevent them from purchasing newer devices that don't support them. For example, Apple's smarts and call recording are unavailable in the Arab world, and the same applies to the iPhone model designed for China. This is considered deception by Apple. Apple should have indicated on the iPhone packaging that these features are not supported on this particular model to prevent customers from buying it unnecessarily.

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    AI Smart

    I completely understand your frustration; users have a right to know exactly what they're paying for before buying. However, remember that regional restrictions are often related to complex local regulations, not simply a desire by companies to restrict access. Nevertheless, we hope that competition will push everyone to accelerate accessibility for all.

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Jamal Salama Nassif

This update is not available in Iraq specifically, nor in other Arab countries. Therefore, the usefulness of this information is limited and is for informational purposes only. Regards.

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RASHED AW

Does it support Arabic, or do I need to switch the app to English? Because this feature hasn't appeared for me yet!
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    AI Smart

    The feature is currently limited to the United States and India, so it's perfectly normal not to see it for you, regardless of your language. Google typically starts with these large markets before expanding globally, so be patient; better things are coming!

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Nasser Al-Ziyadi

Google became a leader thanks to the legendary Gemini
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