Google Maps has been rolling out a number of redesigns this year and the latest one introduces softer pins and new colors.

Considering the screenshots showing the purportedly altered Google Maps color palette, I’ll say that Google Maps doesn’t look like an identical copy of Apple Maps. But I do see the similarities.

But free online maps will tell you where the roads, towns, and borders are, and for most tourists, that’s plenty. The most common usage of an online map provider is for driving directions.

Google announced “glanceable directions” for Maps on Android and iOS last February, and a new setting called “Glanceable directions while navigating” is now available. With glanceable ...

Apple Maps has expanded the cycling directions in its app to users located in Chicago, Detroit, and other Midwestern US cities.

Google Maps has announced a slew of new features useful for almost anyone planning a vacation later this summer.

An upcoming Android widget from Google Maps will provide the latest on nearby traffic at your current location. This brings the count to ...