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Google Maps update for the Now Bar prepares it for One UI 7's wider rollout

A user spotted a new Google Maps update that prepares it for One UI 7 on older Galaxy S phones.

Android Central

Google Maps just added support for Galaxy S25’s best feature

Google Maps has just added support for Galaxy S25's Now Bar — here's what you need to know.

Tom’s Guide

The Samsung Galaxy S25's best software feature just got Google Maps support

The Now Bar on One UI 7 can now display Google Maps information, as Galaxy S25 phones reach customers.

TechRadar

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Gulf of Mexico or Gulf of America? Google Maps and contentious geography

Google Maps will change the name of Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America when the US government officially makes the change

Al Jazeera

Google Maps to rename 'Gulf of Mexico' to 'Gulf of America' following Trump executive order

Google announced that it would be taking steps to change the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America on Google Maps in the US on its Google Maps platform.

Android Central

Google Maps Puts US on List of 'Sensitive Countries' After Trump Unilaterally Renames Global Landmark

Google Maps has reclassified the United States as a "sensitive country" after President Trump ordered the renaming of major landmarks.

Latin Times

Mexico to Send Letter to Google Questioning Decision to Rename Gulf of Mexico on Its US Maps

She said the foreign ministry will send out the letter to Google on Jan. 29

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Mexico to question Google over Gulf name change after Trump order

Claudia Sheinbaum says US government does not have right to change name of Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America

The Guardian - US

How to use location apps without leaving a trail of data and getting followed everywhere you go

Ever wondered if it's possible to use map apps without forking over location data (and more)? Here's what you need to know.

TechRadar

30 Maps To Expand Your Knowledge Of The World With Random Facts (New Pics)

From the most overworked countries in the world, to a visual representation of all the lighthouses in France, and even places where cheek-kissing is a common greeting, these maps prove that cartography still thrives in the digital age. The post 30 Maps To Expand Your Knowledge Of The World With…

Bored Panda

Is Google Maps changing the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America?

The first ever Gulf of America Day took place this past weekend, says President Trump

Evening Standard

A recent Android Auto update has messed with Google Maps, and users aren’t happy about it

The Google Maps user experience on smaller Android Auto infotainment systems is causing a stir.

TechRadar

“Creepy As Hell”: “Help” Satellite Images Go Viral As People Try To Work Out What They Mean

"It should be taken seriously because they tried hard to get noticed by writing 'Help' multiple times" The post “Creepy As Hell”: “Help” Satellite Images Go Viral As People Try To Work Out What They Mean first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Mysterious ‘HELP’ messages in a Los Angeles yard spotted on Google maps

The property in question belongs to Union Pacific Railroad, according to Los Angeles police

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The Latest: White House to pause federal grants and loans starting on Tuesday

The White House is pausing federal grants and loans starting on Tuesday as President Donald Trump’s administration begins an across-the-board ideological review of its spending

Latin Times

Google Maps To Rename Gulf of Mexico To Gulf of America In The U.S.; Most Countries Will See Both Names

The name will remain the same in Mexico

Top News

Google To Follow U.S. Government On Gulf, Denali Name Changes

Google aligns map names with U.S. government for Gulf of Mexico and Denali, reflecting official updates and preferences.

International Business Times

Google Maps To Reflect Trump's Renaming Of Gulf of Mexico To 'Gulf of America'

Google will update names in the United States after President Donald Trump's executive order renames the Gulf of Mexico to 'Gulf of America' and Alaska's Denali back to Mount McKinley.

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The Independent UK

Google Maps to change name of Gulf of Mexico to ‘Gulf of America’ after Trump order

Change, which will only be visible to US users, comes after president signs executive order renaming body of water

The Guardian - UK

Google Maps will rename Gulf of Mexico as Gulf of America in US

Tech firm to make change in line with Trump’s executive order, using both names in world outside US and Mexico

Android Central

An Android Auto UI tweak centers the Google Maps arrow, frustrating users

The Google Maps app for Android Auto now centers your arrow on the map, making it tricky to see behind the large destination box.

Al Jazeera

‘Branded’: Satellite images show Star of David carved into Gaza

The symbol, apparently created by Israeli tanks, can be seen from space in the Palestinian enclave.

Space

Partial solar eclipse March 2025: Everything you need to know

Get ready for a deep partial solar eclipse on March 29, 2025, which will occur at sunrise in North America and mid-morning across Europe.

Tom’s Guide

How to report police sightings in Google Maps

Learn how to report police sightings on Google Maps and contribute to real-time updates in your area.

Tom’s Guide

You can report wildfires in Google Maps using Crisis Alerts — here's how

Learn how to use Google Maps' Crisis Alerts feature to monitor and report wildfire activity in your area.

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