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Google says pick Maps or Waze in the car — here's how I use both

Despite its litany of flaws, I love Android Auto. It makes driving more enjoyable by offering easy access to my music collection and putting important navigation information front and center. However, ...

This hidden Google Maps setting is eating up storage - here's how to fix it

Learn how Google Maps can consume storage on iOS and Android, and how to adjust it to free up space safely.
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Google Maps "2026 Update" Now Rolling Out, Also Available on Android Auto and CarPlay

Google Maps is therefore getting the big 2026 update on Android, iPhone, Android Auto, and CarPlay, though the new maps ...

Google Maps’ biggest Android Auto upgrade is reaching more users

Google is expanding Immersive Navigation and the live speedometer in Android Auto, bringing richer maps and better driving ...

It's not just you: Google Maps traffic lines have disappeared for many users

A Google Maps bug is hiding the color-coded traffic lines on Android, iOS, and desktop. Here's what's happening and what ...
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Google Maps on Android Auto Loses Traffic Information, Users Call for Emergency Update

The color-based system used to display real-time traffic information in Google Maps appears to be broken for some users. The issue affects only the Android Auto version of Google Maps, with users ...

I tested Google Maps vs. Waze to find the best updated navigation app - and this one wins

I tested Google Maps vs. Waze to find the best updated navigation app - and this one wins ...

Google Maps Tests Personal Intelligence for Cross-App Integration with Gmail and Photos

Google Maps is preparing to integrate Gemini's Personal Intelligence, pulling details from Gmail, Photos, and Calendar for ...