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Google Earth is now an even better time-travel machine thanks to this Street View upgrade – and I might get hooked

Google Earth has just turned 20 – and to celebrate, Google has given it a new historical street view feature plus some AI-powered features for pro users.

Used Volvo V90 PHEV Ownership Update: Costs, Efficiency And Annoyances

Used Volvo V90 PHEV Ownership Update: Costs, Efficiency And Annoyances

I’ve put a little over 3,000 miles in two months on my used fast wagon. Did it make sense to go with a plug-in hybrid?

Amusing And Ridiculous Screenshots People Just Had To Take While Looking Up Google Maps (New Pics)

Amusing And Ridiculous Screenshots People Just Had To Take While Looking Up Google Maps (New Pics)

What’s the weirdest thing you’ve seen on Google Maps?

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Google Maps is riddled with major flaws and no one is talking about it

We don't want to walk down dark alleys, Google!

Twelve of America’s most surprisingly walkable cities

Ditch the car and discover the American cities, from California to Connecticut, with attractions you can stroll to

The Independent UK

27 Of The Most Amusing And Ridiculous Moments Ever Captured By Google Maps

Some of our planet's biggest oddities have been immortalized on Google Earth and Google Maps.

Everything Apple stole from Android and Wear OS at WWDC 2025

Some of the best features arriving later this year with iOS 26 have been Android staples for some time — here's the full list.

Android Central

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The story of a disaster: An IPL win, a city’s joy, and a tragedy that was waiting to happen

The story of a disaster: An IPL win, a city’s joy, and a tragedy that was waiting to happen

Bengaluru was ready. WhatsApp groups were buzzing with potential plans, and not the kinds that get washed down by lethargy and red lines on Google Maps. These were serious plans. Someone fetched a list of screenings, someone else a list of bars with projector screens. A matrix of experience versus…

I swapped my Apple Watch for the Galaxy Watch 7 — here's what I liked and disliked

I swapped my Apple Watch for the Galaxy Watch 7 — here's what I liked and disliked

This fitness writer swapped his Apple Watch for the Galaxy Watch 7

Teen Who Brutally Slammed Teacher Head-First Into Concrete Walks Free Despite Guilty Plea

Teen Who Brutally Slammed Teacher Head-First Into Concrete Walks Free Despite Guilty Plea

"She deserved it," the student said. "The stupid cow deserved it."

“My Husband Hates This Hack”: 80 Golden Travel Hacks People Don’t Gatekeep

“My Husband Hates This Hack”: 80 Golden Travel Hacks People Don’t Gatekeep

A group of fishermen made waves a few years back, after revealing that their secret weapon while out at sea is none other than condoms. Several news outlets reported that the Kenyans are relying on the little latex sheaths to protect themselves. But not in the way you might expect.…

The mysterious hill in Sudan that looks like 'landlocked lips' — Earth from space

The mysterious hill in Sudan that looks like 'landlocked lips' — Earth from space

A 2012 Google Earth photo captured a hill formation in Sudan that bears a striking resemblance to human lips. Not much is known about the unusual landmark, but researchers have guessed how it formed.

Investigation continues days after unexplained deaths of next-door neighbours in Scarborough

Investigation continues days after unexplained deaths of next-door neighbours in Scarborough

Police say cause of deaths on 21 and 26 May still being investigated

The Independent UK

Chaos on German autobahns as Google Maps wrongly says they are closed

Chaos on German autobahns as Google Maps wrongly says they are closed

Drivers using the navigation app confronted with mass of red dots indicating stop signs

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Google Maps lets you customize your car icon on Android and iOS — here’s how to do it

Ditch Google Maps' boring flat arrow with one of 8 different car designs. Here's how to change it.

The Guardian - US

Have you looked at satellite images of Gaza? You should

Imagery is filtering on Google Maps through from October and November 2024. If that was the reality then, imagine what it looks like now

The Independent UK

Residents at over-55s block of flats left ‘trapped’ after lift broken for nine weeks

Myra Hunter, 73, says fellow residents in their 80s and 90s were unable to use the building’s stairs

23 Times People Found Such Strange Things On Google Maps, They Just Had To Share Them

Apparently, there are many hidden treasures just waiting to be discovered on Google Maps!

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A single incident brought Sydney’s train network to a standstill – again. Here’s why it keeps happening

Poorly planned rail lines and a reliance on hand-delivered messages combined with 170-year-old infrastructure provides a picture of a network with myriad vulnerabilities

Google’s Android XR glasses look like its most exciting gadget in years – but the headset leaves me wanting more

Google finally shows off what its Android XR glasses and headset are capable of, and it's a mixed bag for now.

Apple Maps gets a tasty Michelin star restaurant upgrade, but it still lacks one key Google Maps ingredient

Apple Maps has added Michelin star ratings and much more in a new update to take on Google Maps –here's what's new.

Google Messages is getting another wave of updates – here are 7 you can expect to see soon

There's a handful of new functions and features that could be coming to Google Messages very soon, including these 7 new additions.

How to beat Rule 14 of The Password Game – Tips to find the secret country

Hope your geography skills are up to scratch.

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Google Maps for iOS simplifies saving locations from screenshots

The new feature is utilizing Gemini, and the app can recognize places in your photos and create a dedicated list within the 'You' tab.

Google Maps just added a genius time-saving feature for your iPhone

Google’s screenshot feature has started to roll out for iPhones, allowing the app to scan screenshots for relevant location information and present you with directions.

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