{"id":48340,"date":"2026-08-20T12:49:52","date_gmt":"2026-08-20T04:49:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/?p=48340"},"modified":"2026-08-20T13:19:43","modified_gmt":"2026-08-20T05:19:43","slug":"google-maps-gets-its-biggest-upgrade-in-over-a-decade-with-the-arrival-of-ask-maps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/my\/2026\/08\/20\/google-maps-gets-its-biggest-upgrade-in-over-a-decade-with-the-arrival-of-ask-maps\/","title":{"rendered":"Google Maps Gets Its Biggest Upgrade in Over a Decade with the Arrival of Ask Maps"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Google Maps has become one of the most indispensable apps on our smartphones, whether we’re searching for a nearby caf\u00e9, navigating unfamiliar roads or planning an overseas holiday. Now, Google is giving the platform its biggest transformation in more than a decade.<\/p>\n

Rolling out to users in Singapore, Ask Maps combines the power of Google Search, Google Maps and Gemini to create a more conversational and intelligent way to explore the world. Instead of tapping through multiple menus and filters, users can simply ask questions in natural language and receive personalised, real-time answers.<\/p>\n

The update transforms Maps from a navigation tool into something much closer to an AI-powered travel companion.<\/p>\n

Real-Time Information That Helps You Make Better Decisions<\/strong>
\nOne of the biggest upgrades is the introduction of a new live transit board that automatically updates throughout the day.<\/p>\n

Rather than manually checking train schedules or calculating travel times, users can ask questions such as, “What time should I leave here to get to my lunch appointment at Wisma Atria at 2 pm? How can I get there?”<\/p>\n\t\t\t

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