https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/News and notes by the Google Earth and Maps team.en-usThu, 12 Mar 2026 12:30:00 +0000https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/logo_maps_2025_color_1x_web_512dp.max-80x80.format-webp.webphttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/ask-maps-immersive-navigation/An image highlighting Immersive Navigation and Ask Maps<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/How_were_reimagining_Maps_with_.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Google Maps has two new AI features: Ask Maps and Immersive Navigation.Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:30:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/ask-maps-immersive-navigation/MapsarticleGoogle Maps has two new AI features: Ask Maps and Immersive Navigation.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/ask-maps-immersive-navigation/Miriam Danielhttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/gemini-navigation-biking-walking/A video of someone using Gemini in Google Maps navigation to learn more about Mountain View<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/original_videos/wagtailvideo-amm2bjbb_thumb.jpg">Gemini in navigation helps you get things done while driving — it’s like talking to a friend in the passenger seat. Now, it’s launching for walking and cycling.When you’…Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:30:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/gemini-navigation-biking-walking/MapsarticleGooglehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/gemini-navigation-biking-walking/https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/products/google-ai-news-recap-2025/A translucent blue rectangle lies against a black background with blue dots and lines. Within the rectangle is text saying 2025, along with a grid of 12 images, each representing a big Google AI moment from the year.<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/2025AI_Hero.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Look back on Google AI news in 2025 across Gemini, Search, Pixel and more products.Mon, 22 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/products/google-ai-news-recap-2025/SearchAndroidAI ProductsChromeGoogle LabsGoogle WorkspaceShoppingGeminiGoogle CloudPixelMapsGoogle NestarticleLook back on Google AI news in 2025 across Gemini, Search, Pixel and more products.Googlehttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/products/google-ai-news-recap-2025/Zahra ThompsonThe Keywordhttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/products/google-ai-updates-november-2025/mp4 showing a carousel of images with text like "Gemini 3" "Nano Banana Pro" and "Help me plan a trip"<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/November_AI_Recap_ss.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Here are Google’s latest AI updates from November 2025Fri, 05 Dec 2025 19:45:00 +0000https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/products/google-ai-updates-november-2025/SearchAndroidAI ProductsGoogle in EuropeGoogle DeepMindDeveloper toolsGoogle LabsCompany announcements (DEPRECATED)Learning & EducationShoppingGeminiGoogle.orgMapsarticleHere are Google’s latest AI updates from November 2025Googlehttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/products/google-ai-updates-november-2025/Keyword Teamhttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/technology/ai/holiday-planning-ai-gemini-tips/<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Holiday_Collection_header.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Learn more about using Google products like Gemini, Search, Shopping, Pixel and more over the holidays.Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/technology/ai/holiday-planning-ai-gemini-tips/SearchShoppingPixelAIMapsarticle<p data-block-key="0endu">Learn more about using Google products like Gemini, Search, Shopping, Pixel and more over the holidays.</p>Googlehttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/technology/ai/holiday-planning-ai-gemini-tips/https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/holiday-gemini-tips-new-explore-tab/Illustration of a vehicle driving in the snow with a snowman and people in the background<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Holiday_Maps_2025_hero.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Learn more about Maps’ new features to help you find inspiration and plan in advanceWed, 19 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/holiday-gemini-tips-new-explore-tab/MapsarticleLearn more about Maps’ new features to help you find inspiration and plan in advanceGooglehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/holiday-gemini-tips-new-explore-tab/Maryann Brighthttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/google-maps-data-holidays-2025/Illustration of holiday ornament with Holiday Trends Google Maps<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Artboard_2_qJtr56I.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Google Maps reveals the best times to avoid traffic, hit the post office – and even which states get their shopping done earliest during the holiday season.Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/google-maps-data-holidays-2025/MapsarticleGoogle Maps reveals the best times to avoid traffic, hit the post office – and even which states get their shopping done earliest during the holiday season.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/google-maps-data-holidays-2025/Holly N. Jollyhttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/gemini-navigation-features-landmark-lens/Image showing three of the new Google Maps experience being announced today.<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Map-Hero_1.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Getting around is easier than ever thanks to Gemini capabilities and our trusted real-world information.Wed, 05 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/gemini-navigation-features-landmark-lens/MapsarticleGetting around is easier than ever thanks to Gemini capabilities and our trusted real-world information.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/gemini-navigation-features-landmark-lens/Amanda Leicht Moorehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/gemini-navigation-global/<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Navigate-with-Gemini_Social_v4.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Google Maps is getting a Gemini upgrade that makes navigating smarter and easier.Wed, 05 Nov 2025 12:42:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/gemini-navigation-global/Gemini FeaturesMapsarticleGooglehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/gemini-navigation-global/https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/polestar-live-lane-guidance/<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/LaneGuidance_Social.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Learn more about live lane guidance from Google Maps, coming to Polestar 4s first.Tue, 04 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/polestar-live-lane-guidance/MapsarticleGooglehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/polestar-live-lane-guidance/https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/street-view-comes-to-bosnia-and-herzegovina/A photo of Stari Most (Mostar Bridge), Mostar<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/0._Hero_Imagery_-_Stari_Most_1_.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Google Maps brings Street View to Bosnia and Herzegovina.Tue, 04 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/street-view-comes-to-bosnia-and-herzegovina/MapsGoogle in EuropearticleGoogle Maps brings Street View to Bosnia and Herzegovina.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/street-view-comes-to-bosnia-and-herzegovina/Songran Janghttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/transamerica-trail-ford-street-view/<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/FMDV9855000_FordxGoogle_Maps_Ca.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">The TransAmerica Trail is a legendary off-road route, stretching more than 5,900 miles and known for its rugged, remote beauty. And for the first time, you can now explo…Tue, 28 Oct 2025 16:30:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/transamerica-trail-ford-street-view/MapsarticleGooglehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/transamerica-trail-ford-street-view/https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/8-ways-to-customize-google-maps/An image showing a phone with Maps features including emojis and ratings<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Maps_Customization_hero.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Google Maps shares ways to customize your map, from organizing lists with emojis to finding the routes that work best for you.Thu, 09 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/8-ways-to-customize-google-maps/MapsarticleGoogle Maps shares ways to customize your map, from organizing lists with emojis to finding the routes that work best for you.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/8-ways-to-customize-google-maps/Maz Khorasanihttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/google-maps-shaboozey/<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/MMP-Shaboozey-PR-A.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">We’ve teamed up with Shaboozey to bring his favorite spots right to Google Maps.Tue, 16 Sep 2025 16:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/google-maps-shaboozey/MapsarticleGooglehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/google-maps-shaboozey/https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/nepal-street-view/<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Lush_Green_Mountains.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">You can now virtually explore the stunning landscapes and vibrant culture of Nepal in Street View. Wander the lively streets of Kathmandu, discover the serene beauty of …Fri, 15 Aug 2025 03:30:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/nepal-street-view/MapsarticleGooglehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/nepal-street-view/https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/bensonboone-american-heart-tour/A banner with Benson Boone and Google Maps<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/BensonBoone_Hero.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Benson Boone is partnering with Google Maps to help fans get to his American Heart tour.Thu, 14 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/bensonboone-american-heart-tour/MapsarticleBenson Boone is partnering with Google Maps to help fans get to his American Heart tour.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/bensonboone-american-heart-tour/Google Maps Teamhttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/google-maps-shares-the-most-popular-us-state-parks-this-summer/List of U.S. state parks that have been popular this summer<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/inline_1_1.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">There are only a few more weeks of summer left, but there’s still time to squeeze in a last-minute trip! Looking for inspiration on where to go? Check out some of the mo…Wed, 06 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/google-maps-shares-the-most-popular-us-state-parks-this-summer/MapsarticleGooglehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/google-maps-shares-the-most-popular-us-state-parks-this-summer/https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/the-marias-share-their-favorite-spots-on-google-maps/An image with the four band members of The Marías in a convertible taking a selfie with wording on the left saying “go where you dream” The Marías x Google Maps in blue letters.<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Marias_Hero.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Google Maps is partnering with indie-pop group The Marías to share their favorite spots and help you get to their shows.Mon, 21 Jul 2025 18:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/the-marias-share-their-favorite-spots-on-google-maps/MapsarticleGooglehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/the-marias-share-their-favorite-spots-on-google-maps/Google Maps Teamhttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/rivian-is-getting-a-new-navigation-system-with-google-maps/A screenshot of the new map in Rivian<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/UI_Screen_-_Rivian_Nav_with_Goo.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">In collaboration with Rivian, we're excited to announce Rivian Navigation with Google Maps, a brand new navigation system for Rivian drivers that uses Google Maps Auto S…Tue, 15 Jul 2025 14:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/rivian-is-getting-a-new-navigation-system-with-google-maps/MapsarticleGooglehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/rivian-is-getting-a-new-navigation-system-with-google-maps/https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/blackpink-mode-deadline-world-tour/Members of BLACKPINK posing for a photo together<img src="proxy.php?url=https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Blackpink_JUMP_Resize.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR is here — and Google Maps is helping you get to the shows, however you’re planning on getting there.Sat, 12 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/blackpink-mode-deadline-world-tour/MapsarticleBLACKPINK WORLD TOUR <DEADLINE> is here — and Google Maps is helping you get to the shows, however you’re planning on getting there.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/blackpink-mode-deadline-world-tour/Google Maps Team