🗺️ Google is turning Maps into an AI-powered guide. A major update, powered by Gemini AI, is introducing new capabilities that extend far beyond traditional navigation. One of the biggest additions is “Ask Maps.” Instead of manually searching, users can simply ask questions like: • “Where’s a good place for dinner nearby?” • “What are the most interesting areas to explore?” • “What should I check out around here?” The app analyzes reviews, photos, and local data to generate suggestions tailored to the location. Google is also introducing more advanced navigation visuals, combining Street View, real-time data, and detailed 3D mapping to help people preview routes and destinations before they even arrive. For years, Maps has mainly been about getting from point A to point B. With this update, Google is moving in a different direction — toward an AI assistant that helps you discover and understand places around you. As AI becomes embedded in everyday apps, tools like this could s...