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Google Maps for iPad, new features coming later this summer

By Rene Ritchie, Wednesday, May 15, 2013 a 3:42 pm

Live from Google IO 2013, Google has announced that new features will be coming to the Google Maps for iPhone later this summer and, what's more, it'll be getting an iPad-specific interface as well!

Google Maps updated with Contacts search, faster local search

By Joseph Keller, Tuesday, Mar 5, 2013 a 12:22 pm

Google Maps has recieved it’s first updated since its launch in December. Version 1.1 includes Google Contacts search, improved local search, and the choice between miles and kilometers for distance units.

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Google opens their Maps SDK, lets developers replace in-app Apple Maps

By Rene Ritchie, Friday, Feb 22, 2013 a 12:28 pm

Last night Google updated and opened up their SDK making it possible for any developer to use embedded Google Maps in their apps instead of Apple's Maps. According to Google's Geo Developer Blog, some new features are also included in the updated Google Maps SDK for iOS:

How Google got their design together on iOS

By Rene Ritchie, Friday, Dec 21, 2012 a 9:40 pm

There's an argument to be made that one of the best Google phones on the planet right now is the iPhone 5. Over the last few months Google has been rolling out better looking and more functional iPhone and iPad apps. From Google+ to Gmail, Google Maps to YouTube, Chrome to Google Drive, they've introduced a more consistent, more usable, more human experience on iOS -- arguably even more so in some ways than what they offer on their own, competing platform, Android. That includes playful pull-to-refresh implementations, prominent photos and profile pictures, and other consistent cues that suggest a coordinated maturation of their design language. To find out more, Matthew Panzarino of The Next Web spoke to Jason Cornwell, lead designer of Gmail for iOS:

How to get turn-by-turn, Street View, transit directions, and more with Google Maps for iPhone

By Allyson Kazmucha, Thursday, Dec 13, 2012 a 5:00 pm

Google Maps brings a lot of great features back to the iPhone, including Street View and transit directions, and adds Google's version of turn-by-turn navigation into the mix, all for free. However, some of those features aren't exactly easy to find.

If you're just getting started with Google Maps for iPhone, here's everything you need to know.

Google Maps vs Apple Maps update

By Allyson Kazmucha, Thursday, Dec 13, 2012 a 12:51 pm

Google Maps for iPhone is now available from the App Store, and those experiencing problems with Apple's built-in iOS 6 Maps app now have a free, proven alternative to use, complete with turn-by-turn navigation, Street View, and transit directions. So... how does the new Google Maps app stack up?

Official Google Maps app for iPhone now available

By Leanna Lofte, Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012 a 11:22 pm

The rumors are true! Google Maps for iPhone is now available in the App Store. One of the biggest things it offers that Apple Maps doesn't (other than not getting you lost in Australia), is public transit directions by train, bus, or subway.

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Google reportedly putting finishing touches on native iOS maps app, Eddy Cue going hands-on with iOS 6 maps

By Chris Parsons, Thursday, Nov 15, 2012 a 7:14 pm

While many folks have started to notice iOS 6 Maps improving as of late, there is still plenty of customers out there who don't think Apple's new solution is anywhere nearly as good as the old, Google-powered one. If you're one of those, the lost and disillusioned, then good news. The long-rumored standalone Google Maps app may soon see the light of day (read: App Store).

Nokia bringing maps to iOS with Nokia Here

By Joseph Keller, Tuesday, Nov 13, 2012 a 4:02 pm

Nokia is set to release its own map application for iOS. Called Here, the application will be part of a wider rebranding of Nokia’s mapping product. Here won’t be completely native, as Nokia announced that it is based on HTML5. Here will include voice-guided walking directions and some measure of offline functionality, among other features.

Google insiders reportedly concerned Apple won't approve Google Maps app for iOS

By Joseph Keller, Monday, Nov 5, 2012 a 2:47 pm

While Google has been working on a new Google Maps app for iOS, the question has been raised as to whether or not the app will be approved. Google apparently wishes to launch the app by the end of the year, but certain circles within the company are wondering if Apple will draw out the approval process for the app or reject it outright.