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blog.google · picked by Petr Mišák · 55d ago

Ask Maps gets food ordering, hotel search, and real-time transit information

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Google Maps is upgrading Ask Maps with new capabilities for ordering food from restaurants along your route, finding hotels, and tracking real-time public transit delays. The new Personal Intelligence feature allows you to connect Gmail to receive personalized suggestions based on your reservations and travel plans. The app also makes it easier to contribute business updates and local tips directly through conversation.

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This AI and mapping integration for real-world tasks in real time looks like a great assistant. I've needed to find restaurants along my route many times while driving, but it only showed restaurants in my current area. This could finally change that and do much more.

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How does food ordering work in Ask Maps?

Ask Maps searches for open restaurants along your route that serve the dish you're craving while considering your saved places and dietary needs. After selecting a restaurant, it automatically adds your chosen dish to the cart so you can review and complete the order. The feature is rolling out with partners like Square and Toast, with Uber Eats coming soon.

What is Personal Intelligence in Ask Maps?

Personal Intelligence is a feature that securely connects Ask Maps to Gmail (and soon Calendar) to automatically factor in your upcoming flights or dinner reservations. This gives you relevant suggestions without explaining your plans. Connection is off by default and you control whether to enable it.

What real-time transit information does Ask Maps now provide?

A new transit widget in Ask Maps displays up-to-the-minute delays for buses, trains, subways, and ferries. The information updates minute by minute so you know exactly when to leave for your departure point.

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