It's possible to avoid highways on Google Maps by checking a specific option when you search directions. Here's how to do it ...

Parking pockets aren’t an official Google Maps feature. But they refer to small, dependable spaces you discover near your ...

When you need to find the distance between two locations or want general directions to get from point A to point B, Google Maps simplifies the process. By typing in two different locations, Google ...

Google could be about to change how you add stops to your trip, and I really don't like how much this changes things.

Most navigation apps give you instructions based on streets or distance. But that's not really how humans provide directions -- they'll usually point to landmarks that are much easier to spot than a ...

If you've ever wondered what the elevation of your location is, you can find out with Google Maps on both desktop and mobile.

Boasting that it is on track to bring over 100 "AI-powered" improvements to Google Maps, Google has announced a series of updates that have been or are set to be released in the coming year. The first ...

Google Maps is a popular navigation app worldwide. But even so, there are a few valuable features missing from it. For instance, Google doesn’t offer the ability to find a halfway point between two ...

This guide is designed to show you how to use Google Maps for directions, an essential tool for navigation in the modern world. Google Maps can serve as a valuable resource when attempting to navigate ...

is a senior reporter covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at Techmeme. Google is announcing a bunch of new features planned for Google Maps, ...