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Ten year battle over ‘rude’ street sign as council reinstates it despite residents’ objections

Suspicion surrounds the disappearance of the sign which was damaged in 2016

The Independent UK

Google Maps could kill this handy navigation feature on Android soon

Google might be pulling the plug on Driving Mode in Google Maps in early 2024.

Android Central

This Google Maps feature could disappear in 2024 — and it’s bad news for drivers

It appears it’s the end of the road for Google Maps’ Driving Mode.

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Fitbit Charge 6 vs. Charge 5: Should you upgrade?

The Charge 6 offers a few key upgrades over the Charge 5, but if they're enough for you will depend on whether or not you liked the last-gen fitness tracker — because they're basically twins.

Android Central

If you were given a Google Street View image of anywhere on Earth, could you identify the location?

The competitors at the GeoGuessr World Cup can do just that. The clues are in brick houses, distinctive trousers and unusual telegraph poles

The Guardian - UK

Google Rolls Out AI-Powered Features For Maps In India

The new Google Maps features are designed to meet the needs of Indian users and offer a more user-friendly map experience.

International Business Times UK

Google Contacts on your Android can now show your friends' real-time location

Google Contacts' new real-time location readout is powered by Google Maps and appears in the contacts card.

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Google Contacts lets you see friends' live location in-app

Google Contacts will now show real-time location data for people who have shared their location with you in Google Maps.

Android Central

Our phones are turning map reading into a lost art

Letters: Readers respond to Ned Vessey’s article about ending his reliance on Google directions

The Guardian - UK

Google Maps lets you check the weather for any location — here's how

In this article, we show you how to check the weather for any location on Google Maps using a computer browser and iOS and Android apps.

Tom’s Guide

Google Maps update to let you wipe out past searches and photos in one swoop

Later next year, Google Maps will offer a way to save your Timeline records onto your phone for safe keeping.

TechRadar

A big change to Google Maps is coming — and it’s good for your privacy

Google has announced plans to store Google Maps Location History locally as well as give users more options to delete it.

Tom’s Guide

Google Maps is giving you more control over your location data

Google details several changes arriving for Maps alongside its new "Timeline" feature.

Android Central

Massive Android lock screen bug lets attackers access your photos and other personal data — how to stay safe

A lock screen bypass bug has been discovered in Android 13 and 14 that can be exploited by an attacker with physical access to your smartphone.

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Android Auto gets a helpful Google Maps feature to avoid parking lot panic

Google Maps is finally playing nice with Android Auto, letting you remember where you parked with a single tap.

International Business Times UK

Google Chrome Set To Get New AI-Powered Features

Google is reportedly developing a feature dubbed Autofill Helper, but the exact purpose of this feature remains unclear.

Android Central

Google Maps' updated color scheme graces Android Auto as well

Google Maps has gotten a fresh coat of paint, and now that new look is also available on Android Auto.

TechRadar

Tesla phone, Xiaomi EV? The line between your car and phone is starting to blur – and it's a good thing

The line between your car and your phone is starting to blur

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Controversy Erupts Over Google Maps Redesign As Former Employee Expresses Dissatisfaction

Users criticize updated color scheme while former designer calls it 'colder, less accurate, and less human'

Android Central

5 Android holiday hacks to make the season's activities run smoother

From party planning, to the perfect photos, these hacks will help you keep your sanity while serving up seasonal shenanigans!

Creative Bloq

Google Maps changed its colours (but you probably didn’t notice)

And now you’re stuck with it.

Evening Standard

Why has Google Maps changed colour? Annoyed users demand old look back

Some are urging Google to give them the option to revert back to the old palette

Android Central

The latest Google Maps update upsets users with its jarring color palette

Google Maps' latest visual changes aren't sitting well as many users voice their displeasure.

TechRadar

Fitbit Charge 6 review: A fun but flawed modern fitness tracker

The Fitbit Charge 6 has lots of features, but some accuracy frustrations

TechRadar

Google Maps now looks more like Apple Maps – and a lot of people aren’t happy

Google is fully rolling out a color redesign and the results have not been well-received in the main.

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