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Generative AI is coming to Google Maps starting with US audience
It looks like we are gradually entering the era of AI, and every OEM is trying to integrate these cutting-edge functionalities into their products. Meanwhile, a recent report suggests that Generative AI is also coming to Google Maps, offering a seamless experience and making its functioning even more advanced.
Google is planning to add Generative AI functionalities to the Google Maps app that will let you conversationally find places. With this addition. the search for anything will become more seamless as digging for places with a vintage vibe, returns record stores, clothing stores, flea markets, and other high-level categories.
Furthermore, you can also get basic location details and review summaries that highlight why a place might be interesting for you to visit. The other possible prompts may also include the best brunch spots nearby, things to do for outdoor enthusiasts near me, fun things to do with friends nearby, and more.
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To be mentioned, Google is tasking its large language models (LLMs) to analyze Maps detailed information about more than 250 million places, as well as user-generated photos, ratings, and reviews from 300 million contributors, to find locations that match your prompt.
However, this is currently an experiment that is initially rolling out for US audiences and will be available for everyone over time. Google also says this is the beginning of how [it’s] supercharging Maps with generative AI.
