Microsoft Corp. plans to up the ante in local search by adding 3-D models of 15 U.S. cities to the maps of its Live Local Search service. The 3-D models will allow users to zoom into metro areas and ...

It's difficult for the younger generation to imagine life before Google Maps. Those of a certain age will vaguely remember the horrors of paper maps, trying to navigate in a moving car with the most ...

Google is testing new direction buttons in the local pack within the Google Search results. Normally, we see a "Directions" button, but now Google is testing "Map it," "Map," "Route," "Go," and "Get ...

Make sure you unmute guidance audio to receive clear directions while walking. Adjust guidance volume to hear directions better with street noise. Enable detailed voice guidance and Live View for more ...

Apple Maps has been operating in the shadow of its largest competitor, Google Maps, since it launched over a decade ago. However, Apple has taken steps to enhance its mapping and directions app, ...

Along with access to notifications, calls, and health tracking, your Android smartwatch can be a handy add-on for navigating busy city streets through Google Maps. Cyclists and runners can leave their ...

Create custom walking paths ahead of your next outdoor excursion. Image: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac You can get rich topographical hiking maps of local trails and U.S. national parks on your iPhone, ...

Google seems to be testing displaying the "services" button as the first action button in the local and maps search result listings. Usually, the first action buttons would be the call button, the ...

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