Good news for regular users Google Maps to be able to orient yourself while using a vehicle.
A new feature, in fact, promises to make driving safer and, at the same time, consume less smartphone batteries. The update in question, which affects both users Android That iOSis indicated as Glanceable directions (something translatable as “directions at a glance“).
It includes the presence of a AND (Estimated Time of Arrival) available directly from lock screen of the device. On a practical level, this information is useful not only with vehicles, but also when walking or cycling.
Precisely the possibility of obtaining this information without unlocking the display allows, at the same time, not to be distracted and to limit battery consumption. A double advantage which, for the most frequent users of Maps, could be a notable leap forward in terms of usability and convenience of the service.
Google Maps remains a top priority for the company’s developers
As clarified by Google, i Collected data through Glanceable directions will be collected to help improve the application. This, however, should not be too surprising, given that it is a practice in this context.
The Mountain View giant seems to continue to focus heavily on Google Maps, despite the fact that it is already an app considered at the top of the sector. Just a few weeks ago, for example, another function was introduced to improve the user experience when navigating tunnels thanks to the Bluetooth. Furthermore, Google has demonstrated its commitment to the app by creating a system to block the proliferation of fake reviews of commercial activities.
In all likelihood, perhaps also in view of some news related to theArtificial intelligenceGoogle Maps could reserve further surprises for us in the coming months.