The Latest Breaking News from Google Maps

Google Maps' new feature is a game-changer – here's 3 things I can't wait for

Immersive View for Routes will change the way you travel – but the underlying tech could change a whole lot more

T3 · May 19, 2023

Google Maps makes wheelchair accessibility information visible to everyone

The update could also be helpful for parents with prams and travellers with suitcases seeking step-free routes

Evening Standard · May 18, 2023

Couple stumble across 'UK's answer to the Maldives' so hidden it's not on Google Maps

Sam and Chris Hoar, who travel the world together, find a beach on the Isle of Harris in Scotland that their compared to the golden sands and blue waters of the Maldives in the Indian Ocean

Daily Mirror · May 17, 2023

Google Maps is getting a huge upgrade – and it's coming soon

Immersive View for Routes will allow users to see their route before taking a journey

T3 · May 10, 2023

Google Maps is getting a slick new Immersive View for routes — here’s your first look

Google Maps is launching Google Maps Immersive View for Routes this summer.

Tom’s Guide · May 10, 2023

No, this isn’t a recent video of Bashar al-Assad walking freely through Damascus

A video said to show Syrian President Bashar al-Assad walking without escort through a joyous crowd in Damascus has been circulating online since April 25. However, this is an old video and one that actually shows the president during an orchestrated event in a secure location.

France 24 · May 10, 2023

Nottingham taxi driver points out issue with city centre road layout amid 'no direct route'

The previous route is still recommended by navigators such as Google Maps

Nottingham Post · May 8, 2023

Google Maps diverts drivers away from country road after fatal Strathmerton crash

Google Maps agrees to divert drivers away from a country Victorian road where five people recently died in a three-vehicle accident, but residents want more action to prevent further tragedies.

ABC News · May 4, 2023

Light rail corridor concerns linger as developer lodges car park appeal

The Newcastle West proposal raises questions over a light rail extension.

Newcastle Herald · May 2, 2023

Google Earth has a hidden flight simulator – here’s how to find it

Google Earth is a great tool, but it also has a fun game you can play to fly around the world as mapped by Google.

Tom’s Guide · May 2, 2023