Google Maps can be your best friend when traveling to an unfamiliar place, but the app is not just about showing directions ...

1. Make sure that you are running the latest version of the Google Maps app on your iPhone. 2. Open the Google Maps app and ...

On Android Auto, you’ll see a compass icon on the right. Tap this switch between three map views: a 3D perspective view, an ...

Between integrating more detailed instructions to trailheads and sounding off in response to relevant heat warnings, Google Maps features are the travel buddy you never knew you needed.

Google Maps also is trying to address complaints by introducing more detailed imagery that will make it easier to see which lane of the road to be driving in well ahead of having to make a turn.

It wasn't the first time that German drivers have encountered odd roadblocks using Google Maps. Earlier this month, Google ...