Google Maps is getting an update today, receiving a nice improvement in the app’s turn-by-turn directional functions, a new lane guidance feature, easier to access alternate routes, and improved offline storage support for maps.
What’s New in Version 3.0.0
New features
- Turn-by-turn navigation now gives lane guidance and quick access to route overview
- View travel time, distance, and estimated arrival all at once in navigation mode
- Save offline maps to a custom list for when you’re traveling or have a slow connection
- Transit results now display total walking time of your trip and the next scheduled bus or train
- Filter search results for restaurants, bars and hotels by rating, price, opening hours, and more
- Sign in to see your “Places to review” list from recently saved or searched-for places
- If you have the Uber app installed, open it right from Google Maps when comparing route options
Things you’ve been asking for
- Access your iPhone or iPad contacts directly from the Google Maps app
- Tap and hold anywhere on the map to drop a pin, save and share that location
- Search without typing using Google Voice Search
- Scale bar to estimate distances on the map
Google Maps is available free for the iPhone and iPad in the App Store. [DIRECT LINK]
