It’s fascinating how many tasks you remember while driving: Add milk to the shopping list, text a friend your ETA, look up the best things to do during your upcoming trip and so on. But taking your hands off the wheel isn’t the smartest move. That’s where Google Maps’ new Gemini-powered AI feature might help.
As part of an update shared last month, Google is adding hands-free capabilities to its Maps app, powered by Gemini. Now, as you’re navigating to your destination, you can just say, “Hey, Google” and ask about anything, from the best vegan cafe on your route to the top five attractions in your area. You can even get details about the parking situation at your destination — to hopefully avoid the nightmare of parallel parking.
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