The upcoming update of Google Maps is bringing two major updates. To be specific, one feature is returning back and the other one is new. The older feature which is returning is the support to Apple Watch and the new feature is Apple’s CarPlay Dashboard support.
In the official blog post, Google wrote, “With compatibility for Apple’s CarPlay and a new app for the Apple Watch, people using iOS devices can safely and easily navigate with Google Maps right from their car or wrist,”
Support on Apple Watch
As I mentioned, this feature is returning again. Back in 2017, Google withdrew Maps support for Apple Watch but promised to bring it back again. So, Google is keeping its promise now. The global rollout of this feature is scheduled in the coming weeks.
After the rollout, the Apple Watch users can get all the directions along with the estimated arrival time on their wrists. This will happen for the saved destinations. In other cases, the user can resume the navigation where s/he ends on the phone.
Apple’s CarPlay Dashboard
This feature will reach to the users this week with the next iOS update. Due to Apple’s CarPlay Dashboard users can get the media playback option, calendar notifications, and more without leaving the direction updates. All the additional things will be displayed on a split-screen. Needless to say, this feature will be available on the CcarPlay supported vehicles only.
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