Google Maps launches new feature, useful for travelers

This feature promises to help users save a significant amount of time when searching and locating locations (Photo: ST).

The “Screenshots” feature allows Google Maps to automatically identify locations in your screenshots and display their locations directly on the app.

This is especially useful when you store a lot of screenshots from travel blogs, articles, or social media to plan your trip.

Instead of having to review the screenshot and manually search for the location name on Google Maps, AI will take over the task of recognizing the name in the photo and automatically searching on the map.

This simplifies the process and significantly improves the user experience.

To use this feature, go to "Your places", then select "Screenshots".

Google Maps will ask for permission to access your photo library. If you agree, every time you take a screenshot that includes a location name, Google Maps will automatically recognize it and notify you of available locations.

In case you don't want to grant access to your photo library, you can still use this feature by manually uploading a screenshot for the AI ​​to scan and locate.

The launch of the “Screenshot” feature once again affirms the increasingly important role of AI in enhancing user experience across everyday applications.

Google said it intends to further integrate the potential of AI into all of its products, aiming to provide practical solutions that meet user needs.

In the near future, Google Maps is expected to get another Gemini-powered feature that will allow users to ask questions about a specific location and AI will provide interesting insights.

Previously, this GPS application has also been significantly improved thanks to AI, notably the voice search feature and real-time suggestions.

The “Screenshot” feature is now available on the English version of Google Maps. Google has promised to roll out the feature to Android devices soon, and is likely to expand to other regions.

Source: https://dantri.com.vn/cong-nghe/google-maps-ra-mat-tinh-nang-moi-huu-ich-cho-nguoi-di-du-lich-20250510143959728.htm