Google says a technical issue caused some users’ Maps Timeline data to be deleted

After weeks of some Google Maps users reporting that their Timelines had been wiped of all the places they’ve visited, as spotted by 9to5Google earlier this month, Google has confirmed that some use [...]

Developers can now add live Google Maps data to Gemini-powered AI app outputs

Google is adding a new feature for third-party developers building atop its Gemini AI models that rivals like OpenAI's ChatGPT, Anthropic's Claude, and the growing array of Chinese open sour [...]

Google Maps falsely told drivers in Germany that roads across the country were closed

Chaos ensued on German roads this week after Google Maps wrongly informed drivers that highways throughout the country were closed during a busy holiday. Many of the apparently closed roads were locat [...]

The best Bluetooth trackers for 2025

Cold weather is an especially rough time for keeping track of one’s keys — so many more layers with so many more pockets — really, they could be anywhere. Stick a Bluetooth tracker on your keyri [...]

Google Maps brings a 3D map to your driving directions

In recent weeks, Google has been busy adding AI features to all of its most popular apps. Following Gmail and Chrome, Maps is now the latest service to get a Gemini makeover, with a redesign of the dr [...]

Google Maps isn't loading in some regions due to an apparent outage

Google Maps appears to be going through an outage. At least in some regions, the mobile version of Google Maps is unable to fully load its map or provide directions. Over 4,000 reports have been filed [...]

Apple confirms ads are coming to Apple Maps

Apple Maps will soon have ads, Apple confirmed in a blog post announcing the company's new Apple Business platform. Reports that Apple planned to expand its ad business outside of the App Store a [...]

GeoGuessr community maps go dark in protest of EWC ties to human rights abuses

A group of GeoGuessr map creators have pulled their contributions from the game to protest its participation in the Esports World Cup 2025, calling the tournament "a sportswashing tool used by th [...]

DaVinci Resolve 20's latest AI feature can create an entire timeline based on a script

Blackmagic Design has unveiled DaVinci Resolve 20, the latest version of its editing app with free and paid versions that's a popular alternative to Adobe's Premiere Pro. The update offers o [...]