Google Maps Platform Blog

How Realtor.com uses immersive 3D Maps to build confidence in the home-buying journey

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Today’s article comes from Dave Herman, SVP of Product and AI Innovation at Realtor.com. Dave shares how Realtor.com is using Google Maps Platform 3D Maps and Grounding with Google Maps to give buyers confidence in their home purchase decisions in a ‘sight unseen’ market.

Turning 280 billion images into actionable infrastructure insights: Street View Insights is now Generally Available

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Today, we’re excited to announce that the first dataset, Street View Insights, is now Generally Available. This powerful dataset taps into Google Street View’s vast repository of over 280 billion 360° and 3D images covering infrastructure across 110+ countries. It allows organizations—such as telecommunications providers, utilities, and public works agencies—to reduce costly, time-consuming field surveys and gain actionable infrastructure insights right from their desks.

Now available: Google Earth data layers go global

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Today, we are excited to announce massive improvements to how professionals utilize data on Google Earth: global coverage of data layers, native Earth Engine raster layers, and a deeply integrated Ask Google Earth experience.

What's coming to Google Earth in 2026

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Our mission is clear: to empower engineers, urban planners, sustainability leaders, and other professionals to transform their businesses, their cities, and the planet. To make that happen, we are focusing on three core shifts: enriching our iconic imagery with professional-grade data, making Earth into a canvas for your geospatial storytelling, and accelerating your workflows with AI. Here is how we are building that future.

Alrik: Bringing transparency to construction logistics with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Today’s article comes from Axel Enblad, Founder and CPO and Jan Tägtström, CTO of Alrik. They share how Alrik is using Google Maps Platform to bring transport intelligence to construction with accurate, reliable data.

The next generation of geocoding: Master the ‘last-meter’ with rich, hyperlocal destination details

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:30:00 GMT

To solve this “last-meter” gap, we’re launching the Geocoding Destinations endpoint available in the Geocoding API, now in Preview. Powered by destination details, a new set of rich, hyperlocal data, this launch marks a fundamental shift in the navigation cycle: enabling deep selection and refinement of granular destinations, which then feeds directly into our routing and navigation engines, ensuring that every part of the journey is precise from first search to final drop-off.

Better Trucks: Creating a faster, more transparent, and more equitable delivery system by design

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Today’s article comes from Mike Koleno, CTO at Better Trucks. Mike shares how Better Trucks is using Google Cloud and the Google Maps Platform Route Optimization API to create a delivery system that is faster, more transparent, and more equitable by design.

Kroo Bank: Providing customers with more detailed transaction insights for a better banking experience

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT

By giving our customers accurate transaction data and putting spending into a clear, visual context, we’ve seen a marked improvement in customer confidence. Since implementing this solution, we’ve significantly reduced related customer support inquiries, freeing our support team to focus on genuine customer needs.

How Innobrix is building the future of construction with Google Maps Platform 3D Maps

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Innobrix, a Dutch startup, won the Google Maps Platform Award for its groundbreaking 3D platform that brings real-world context to construction projects. By combining web-first, mobile-friendly technology with 3D Maps from Google Maps Platform, Innobrix empowers everyone, from architects to homebuyers, to visualize and configure homes in real environments. Their story shows how thoughtful design, user feedback, and technical innovation can transform even the most traditional industries.

How Spare uses Google Maps Platform to deliver a reliable paratransit service to its users

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:00:00 GMT

By integrating Google Maps Platform, Spare is helping transit agencies deliver more predictable, reliable service to the millions of passengers who depend on paratransit.

Finding a great restaurant has never been easier with Biter app and Google Maps Platform

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Biter uses Google Maps Platform's Places API and Google Cloud (Cloud Run, Cloud SQL, Cloud Storage) to help users find, review, and share restaurant recommendations, achieving over 100K downloads.

Helping buyers make more confident real estate decisions with Photorealistic 3D Tiles

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:00:00 GMT

STYLE PORT Inc. has developed the groundbreaking digital twin service, ROOV, under the mission of “eliminating regret from every space choice,” helping to bridge the information gap in real estate. Last year, they leveraged Google Maps Platform, Photorealistic 3D Tiles, to launch their most advanced service, ROOV.space, exploring not only their own business potential but also that of the real estate industry as a whole.

FreshDirect: Optimizing greater NYC area driving routes to ensure fresh food delivery

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 17:00:00 GMT

FreshDirect: Optimizing greater NYC area driving routes to ensure fresh food delivery

CERTH: Using comprehensive, real-time data from Roads Management Insights to make more informed decisions

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:00:00 GMT

CERTH: Using comprehensive, real-time data from Roads Management Insights to make more informed decisions

Announcing Code Assist toolkit: Bring Google Maps Platform expertise to your AI coding assistant

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Announcing Code Assist toolkit: Bring Google Maps Platform expertise to your AI coding assistant

Build smarter and faster: New AI products and tools from Google Maps Platform

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Build smarter and faster: New AI products and tools from Google Maps Platform

Introducing Contextual View in Google Maps AI Kit: Bring your AI chat to life with interactive Google Maps experiences

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Introducing Contextual View in Google Maps AI Kit: Bring your AI chat to life with interactive Google Maps experiences

Turn map ideas into custom-coded prototypes in minutes, no coding required

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Turn map ideas into custom-coded prototypes in minutes, no coding required

Announcing Google Maps Platform Subscriptions: Lower costs with predictable pricing

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Announcing Google Maps Platform Subscriptions: Lower costs with predictable pricing

Build immersive, real-world map experiences: 3D Maps now Generally Available for web

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Build immersive, real-world map experiences: 3D Maps now Generally Available for web

How Beep Saúde expands home healthcare in Brazil with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

How Beep Saúde expands home healthcare in Brazil with Google Maps Platform

EverDriven: Improving driver experiences to safely and easily transport students

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

EverDriven: Improving driver experiences to safely and easily transport students

Newmo: Driving "responsible innovation" in Japan's taxi industry with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Newmo: Driving "responsible innovation" in Japan's taxi industry with Google Maps Platform

Places Insights in BigQuery is now Generally Available: Uncover local, real-world insights for site selection, market research, location performance evaluation, and more

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Places Insights in BigQuery is now Generally Available: Uncover local, real-world insights for site selection, market research, location performance evaluation, and more

Customizing styles for map types and modes is now in Preview

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Customizing styles for map types and modes is now in Preview

Scribble Maps: Helping users create custom scores for virtually anything, from vacation planning to retail site selection

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Scribble Maps: Helping users create custom scores for virtually anything, from vacation planning to retail site selection

Discover more, faster: AI-powered summaries for places, areas, and reviews are now Generally Available

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Discover more, faster: AI-powered summaries for places, areas, and reviews are now Generally Available

Announcing the Winners of the First Annual Google Maps Platform Awards

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On May 20, we launched the first-ever Google Maps Platform Awards to celebrate 20 years of mapping innovation and highlight the creative, impactful experiences developers have built with our products. The response from the community has been incredible, with over 400+ submissions from around the world showcasing just how far developers can push what’s possible with maps and data

Roads Management Insights is now available: Build safer, smarter, and more efficient road networks

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today, we’re excited to announce that Roads Management Insights (RMI) is now available to help public sector, road authorities and utility providers improve the safety and efficiency of their networks and operations through data-driven traffic management.

From Location to Valuation: Analyzing Real Estate with Places Insights in BigQuery

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today’s blog post comes from Erika Yamasaki, Product Manager, Google Maps Platform and Yolee Escuadra, Technical Sales Engineer at Navagis. In this blog they share how Navagis recently conducted an analysis to quantify how proximity to local amenities, such as subways stations and supermarkets, impact land prices.

Meet the Mapmakers: Lisa Lovallo Ceppos on why climate is everyone’s business

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Meet the Mapmakers is a series highlighting the people who shape Google Maps Platform. Tune in as our Mapmakers offer their unique perspectives on the platform’s present and future, and share stories about their personal journeys.

Grounding with Google Maps in Vertex AI is now in Preview: Power your AI responses with fresh, trusted data from Google Maps

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today, we’re announcing the Preview of Grounding with Google Maps in Vertex AI, giving you access to fresh and factual information on 250 million places.

Places UI Kit is now Generally Available: Bring Google’s rich Places content to any map with minimal code

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today we are excited to announce the General Availability of two Places UI Kit components: Place Search and Autocomplete, building on the launch of the Place Details component in June. Available through the Maps JavaScript API and the iOS and Android SDKs, these components enable you to create impactful front-end experiences with just a few lines of code, helping users explore, discover, and find places with ease.

Hotai Group: Building a more complete travel experience app with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today’s post comes from Cecilia Lin, Product Manager, Hotai Group. In this post she shares how the team at Hotai Group created chicTrip, the one-stop travel planning app for users in Taiwan.

Meet the Mapmakers: Behind the creation of WalkJogRun

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Hyperlocal weather just got smarter: Google Maps Platform’s Weather API, powered by MetNet, is now Generally Available

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:00:00 GMT

In April, we launched the Weather API in unrestricted Preview to help developers deliver essential weather data into their products. Today, we’re building on that with a big step forward in forecasting accuracy. The Weather API, now Generally Available, is powered by MetNet—our cutting-edge AI weather model that delivers improved next-12-hour precipitation forecasts and current weather condition predictions.

Introducing building entrances and destination highlighting in the Navigation SDK

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 16:00:00 GMT

We’re excited to announce the launch of building entrances and destination highlighting in the Navigation SDK for Android and iOS. This new feature is designed to help professional drivers find their way to a final destination quickly and easily—especially on arrival at a location.

Google Earth turns 20

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today we’re celebrating 20 years of Google Earth. Since launching in 2005, Google Earth has helped millions of people explore our planet, better understand the forces shaping it, and turn big questions into meaningful action.

More than a map: How SHEBA® is rebuilding hope for our planet's coral reefs

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today’s post is a Q&A with Fran Laurie, Global Marketing Manager at SHEBA®, the premium cat food brand. In this post she shares how the team at Sheba created the Sheba Hope Grows program, part of one of the world’s largest coral reef restoration programs, in partnership with Mars Sustainable Solutions (MSS).

Introducing Places UI Kit: A low-code way to display Google’s Places content on your map of choice

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Introducing Places UI Kit: A low-code way to display Google’s Places content on your map of choice

Air Aware Labs: Charting a path to cleaner air with the Air Quality API

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today's article comes from Louise Thomas, Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, Air Aware Labs and Dr. Will Hicks, Co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer, Air Aware Labs. The Co-founders share how their solution helps people make informed decisions to breathe cleaner, healthier air with the Google Maps Platform Air Quality API.

Meet the Mapmakers: Mike Pegg on finding his way to Google Maps

Thu, 29 May 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Namma Yatri: Building a multi-modal ride-hailing platform with Google Maps Platform

Tue, 27 May 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today's article comes from Shan MS, Chief Operating Officer at Namma Yatri, India’s first zero-commission ride-hailing app. Shan shares how Namma Yatri built an equitable and consistent ride-hailing experience, while using robust road connectivity data to rapidly expand into Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities with Google Maps Platform

Introducing 3D Maps on mobile: Build immersive experiences for Android & iOS

Thu, 22 May 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today, we’re expanding 3D Maps to the native mobile landscape by introducing the new Maps 3D SDKs for Android and iOS developers in Experimental, bringing immersive experiences across web and mobile applications.

Celebrating 20 years of innovation: Announcing the Google Maps Platform Awards

Tue, 20 May 2025 16:00:00 GMT

For two decades, Google Maps Platform has empowered developers and businesses across the globe to build incredible experiences, transform industries, and change the way we navigate the world. To mark this momentous 20th anniversary, we are launching the first-ever Google Maps Platform Awards. This is your chance to be recognized for the amazing work you’ve done using the power and flexibility of Google Maps Platform. We want to celebrate the creativity, ingenuity, and impact of our diverse community.

Easier web maps with HTML and vector mode APIs

Thu, 08 May 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Over the past year we've made two key updates to the Maps JavaScript API to make adopting our latest and greatest maps even easier: HTML maps, and vector mode APIs.

Building a sustainable broker-free real-estate marketplace with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 01 May 2025 16:00:00 GMT

NoBroker shares how it leverages Google Maps Platform to build a broker-free real-estate platform and promote sustainable living in India.

Making Navigation SDKs more accessible with new pricing

Thu, 01 May 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Making Navigation SDKs more accessible with new pricing

3D Maps for JavaScript API now in Preview: start building your own immersive maps experience today

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today we’re unveiling the Preview release of Photorealistic 3D Maps in the Maps JavaScript API, marking a new era for immersive web mapping. Now, you can build breathtaking, interactive 3D map experiences that bring the world to your users’ screens-right from your browser.

L’Oréal Groupe: Personalizing skincare recommendations with the Google Maps Platform Environment APIs

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT

At L’Oréal Groupe, beauty is never only skin deep. That’s more true today than ever, as the company combines its profound scientific expertise with cutting-edge technology to reinvent the future of beauty. Key to its success is its commitment to never use tech for tech’s sake.

Introducing the Google Maps Platform Weather API: Build weather-aware solutions for your users

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Last week we announced the new Weather API. This API brings reliable, up-to-date weather data directly to developers.

Introducing Imagery Insights in BigQuery: AI-powered infrastructure management

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today we're announcing a new category of imagery datasets called Imagery Insights. The first new dataset derives insights from Street View imagery and is designed to streamline operations, improve workflows, and enable smarter decision-making.

Introducing Places Insights in BigQuery: Discover actionable insights to help drive business growth

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT

We’re introducing Preview of Places Insights, giving businesses the ability to derive insights from Google’s comprehensive Places data directly in BigQuery. This POI data encompasses millions of places around the world, spanning diverse categories like restaurants, retail stores, landmarks, and more.

Power your AI responses with Google Maps: Grounding with Google Maps is now available in Vertex AI

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 11:30:00 GMT

Grounding with Google Maps brings the power of Google Maps, which gets 100 million global updates daily* to your AI responses. It also enables businesses to help users discover what’s nearby.

What's new with Google Maps Platform? Geospatial Analytics, Generative AI, and Weather

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 11:30:00 GMT

Today we’re announcing new capabilities spanning AI, data analytics, and our suite of Environment products that will help business decision makers, developers, and cities solve challenging problems and create helpful experiences for their users.

Enhance driver awareness and engagement with real-time disruptions in Navigation SDK

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT

We’re pleased to announce new enhancements to the Navigation SDK for Android and iOS with the release of real-time disruptions in preview and an enhanced adaptive turn card design, now generally available.

bunq maps a new era of banking with Google Maps Platform

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT

bunq shares how it built an interactive map using Google Maps Platform to connect with global users and build a stronger bunq community.

Spoke: Navigating toward efficient last-mile delivery with Google Maps Platform

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Jack Underwood, Co-Founder and CEO, Spoke and Megan Murphy, VP of Product, Spoke Dispatch share how Spoke has built a comprehensive last-mile solution to benefit couriers, drivers, and recipients alike.

Meet the Mapmakers: Nina Thatcher on setting audacious goals

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Meet the Mapmakers is a new series highlighting the people who shape Google Maps Platform. Tune in as our Mapmakers offer their unique perspectives on the platform’s present and future, and share stories about their personal journeys.

Combating climate change by mapping soil carbon levels globally with Google Earth Engine

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Perennial shares how it has been able to increase the scope and precision of its soil carbon level maps with its migration to Earth Engine—enabling Perennial to double revenues while helping customers fight climate change through regenerative agriculture.

Introducing road level details in the Maps Javascript API, Maps SDKs, and Navigation SDKs

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Navigating roads, intersections, and pathways just got easier. We’re excited to introduce visual road level details across the Maps JavaScript API, Maps SDKs, and Navigation SDKs. These enhancements provide you with highly detailed road information to help your users—whether they’re drivers, cyclists, or pedestrians—understand their environment better and navigate with confidence.

Start building today with up to 10,000 monthly free calls per product and access more volume discounts online

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Last December we announced how we will be making it easier for you to explore more for free*, easily find the products you need, and have access to automatic volume discounts online. Now that these updates are in place, we interviewed Tina Weyand, Senior Director of Product Management for Google Maps Platform, to address the most commonly asked customer questions.

Alto: Defining a new generation of rideshare fleet management infrastructure

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Alto: Defining a new generation of rideshare fleet management infrastructure

Join the 'Game of Thrones: Legends' Dragon Egg Hunt in the immersive experience built with Google Maps Platform

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Join the 'Game of Thrones: Legends' Dragon Egg Hunt in the immersive experience built with Google Maps Platform

Streamline the use of the Maps JavaScript API within your React applications

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Google Maps Platform and the vis.gl team are proud to announce the official 1.0 release of @vis.gl/react-google-maps, a powerful React integration library designed to streamline the use of the Maps JavaScript API within your React applications. This library offers a compelling blend of React's declarative nature with the rich functionality of Google Maps.

Meet the Mapmakers: Ben Waltzer on his lifelong fascination with maps

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Learn how geospatial intelligence can drive performance improvement for key business KPIs

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Earlier this year, the Google Maps Platform team commissioned global market intelligence provider International Data Corporation (IDC) to survey over 1,300 business leaders to understand the impact of geospatial and location intelligence on key aspects of business performance. Spanning eight countries, the survey looked at the impact of investing in location and geospatial technology, data, or capabilities.

Announcing the Google Maps Platform Photorealistic 3D Maps Challenge winners

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 19:00:00 GMT

In October, we launched the Google Maps Platform Photorealistic 3D Maps Challenge on Devpost. We were overwhelmed by the creativity and quality of the project submissions. Over 1,750 participants spanning 160+ countries participated in the hackathon to build unique, immersive experiences using Photorealistic 3D Maps in Maps JavaScript API.

Early access: Unlock expanded coverage and greater insights in the Solar API

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 13:00:00 GMT

The Google Maps Platform Solar API is helping to address this challenge by expanding the product’s reach and capabilities using innovative machine learning and satellite imagery. We're excited to announce two significant expansions and are looking for trusted testers

Build more for free and access more discounts online with Google Maps Platform updates

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 16:00:00 GMT

For nearly two decades, Google Maps Platform has empowered businesses to build useful, innovative products for their customers—from delivering food to ordering a ride, finding a store or restaurant, traveling, or finding a place to live. Today, there are over 10 million websites and apps built with Google Maps Platform—and each day, you trust our tools to transform user experiences, streamline operations, and redefine what’s possible.

Delivering greater satisfaction, success, and social solutions with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 17:00:00 GMT

Explore how Yamato Transport has implemented Google Maps Platform, including Route Optimization API, Google Cloud, and Accenture Google Logistics Optimization Platform (AGLOP) to meet diversifying needs and increasing social issues while streamlining operations and achieving work style reform.

From a convenient "shopping hub" to an even more convenient "shipping hub" with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 17:00:00 GMT

Learn how 7-Eleven has implemented Google Maps Platform Mobility Services into its 7NOW delivery services to pursue its mission of “Unlocking the next doorway of convenience to create prosperous lifestyles around the world.”

Places Insights API now in preview: Surface deeper insights of an area to help users make smarter decisions

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:00:00 GMT

Introducing Places Insights API, now available in preview. This new API empowers developers to move beyond simple location details and unlock a deeper understanding of the places users explore. By tapping into Google Map Platforms places data, developers can reveal the unique characteristics that define a neighborhood’s personality—its atmosphere, its personality, its essence.

Meet the Mapmakers: Ken Nevarez on the joys of experimentation

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 17:00:00 GMT

Best Practices for integrating with the Navigation SDK for Android

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 16:00:00 GMT

We recently announced Navigation SDK which allows you to seamlessly integrate the familiar Google Maps turn-by-turn navigation experience directly into your Android and iOS applications. This blog post outlines some of the best practices that you can use to build smooth, consistent and reliable navigation experiences with Navigation SDK for your Android applications.

Find your very own “here” inspired by upcoming feature film “Here” powered by Google Maps Platform

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 10:00:00 GMT

In support of the upcoming release of “Here” Sony Pictures created an interactive experience that allows each user to explore their own “Here” through customized immersive map experience.

Join the Photorealistic 3D Maps Challenge to share your next generation immersive web experiences

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 16:00:00 GMT

We are inviting you to build your best immersive experience in our latest Google Photorealistic 3D Maps Challenge on Devpost. The Google Photorealistic 3D Maps Challenge submission period will run from October 1 - November 20, 2024 and winners will be announced on December 13, 2024.

Evolving 3D Maps: New features now available for streamlining 3D development and building engaging experiences

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMT

Today, we’re excited to announce a significant update to Experimental 3D Maps to make it even easier to build immersive and engaging map experiences. With this new suite of features for 3D Maps in Javascript, developers have more tools to streamline 3D development, offer intuitive and engaging experiences for users, and further customize their real world maps experience.

Cowboy: Pedaling toward faster, cleaner travel with the Navigation SDK for Android and iOS

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 14:00:00 GMT

Learn how Cowboy is providing in-app navigation to offer riders multiple route choices, more accurate distances and arrival times, and real-time air quality with Google Maps Platform and Navigation SDK.

Introducing Navigation SDK for Android and iOS: Deliver seamless, customized in-app Google Maps navigation

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 14:00:00 GMT

Navigation SDK enables developers to control the full end to end experience for customers - by keeping users in-app during navigation, eliminating the need for users to context switch between apps and promoting in-app engagement.

E-commerce giant Wayfair boosts delivery accuracy by 10% with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 16:00:00 GMT

How Wayfair leverages Google Maps Platform to enhance customer experience, improve delivery accuracy, and ensure customers receive their home goods quickly and hassle-free.

New SDKs from Google Maps Platform support more type-safe and simpler Swift code for iOS apps

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 16:00:00 GMT

Google Maps Platform SDKs for iOS expand Swift support, new Places APIs, and map styling.

How Rapido is building customer and rider trust in India with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 16:00:00 GMT

Learn how Rapido is building customer and rider trust with Google Maps Platform.

Style your geospatial data across mobile and web: data-driven styling for boundaries and datasets is now generally available

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 16:15:00 GMT

Today, we’re excited to announce the general availability of data-driven styling across platforms, including data-driven styling for boundaries on iOS and Android and data-driven styling for datasets for the Maps JavaScript API, iOS and Android.

Announcing Address Validation API with machine learning prediction model for India

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 16:00:00 GMT

Using our Address Validation API, businesses in India can now detect and correct invalid address inputs as they happen – improving their account sign-up process, customer checkout experience and delivery success. With validated addresses, businesses can also reduce customer support tickets, refund requests and canceled orders.

How to get started with new Gemini model capabilities for Places API

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 16:00:00 GMT

In addition to using rich information about more than 250 million businesses and places–like ratings, reviews and business hours–developers will also be able to show helpful, generative AI summaries of places and geographic areas right in their own apps and websites. Updated frequently, these summaries use the Gemini model to analyze the place information and insights from Google Maps’ community of over 300 million contributors–helping you display the most up-to-date information possible.

Immerse yourself: How to get started using 3D Maps in the Maps JavaScript API

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 08:00:00 GMT

TheMaps JavaScript API has always been about pushing the boundaries of what's possible with location-based data visualisation. This year at Google I/O, we announced the ability to integrate photorealistic 3D maps directly into your application using 3D Maps in the Maps JavaScript API.

Introducing the Google Maps Platform Innovators program

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 16:00:00 GMT

The Google Maps Platform Innovators is a new program aimed at better fostering community with all of you and keeping you informed about the latest developer updates.

Announcing expanded coverage and new features for Address Descriptors in India

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 16:00:00 GMT

Address Descriptors help reduce these complexities by returning the most relevant landmarks and area names relative to the geocoded point, which makes it easier for users to find an address. We launched Address Descriptors to Tier 1 metros, such as Mumbai and Hyderabad, last year in the Reverse Geocoding API. We’ve now expanded coverage to both the Reverse Geocoding API and Forward Geocoding PlaceID Lookup across India, including Tier 2-4 metros such as Agra and Udaipur. In addition, Address Descriptors are now available in the Maps JavaScript API and a visual address Descriptors Jetpack Compose component is available to help developers, especially start-ups, build faster and support more use cases.

Sunrun powers a more sustainable future with Google Maps Platform’s Solar API

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 16:00:00 GMT

Learn how Sunrun is transforming the solar industry with Google Maps Platform’s Solar API.

Introducing Air Quality Forecast to support healthier lifestyle choices

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 16:00:00 GMT

Knowing current air quality conditions isn’t always sufficient–especially when planning future travel or outdoor activities. We’re excited to introduce Air Quality Forecast as part of our Air Quality API from Google Maps Platform.

Kaebox: increasing the accuracy of deliveries and improving the driver experience with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 18:00:00 GMT

Learn how Kaebox is increasing the accuracy of deliveries and improving the driver experience with Google Maps Platform Mobility services.

Access 3D Maps in Maps JavaScript API starting today

Tue, 14 May 2024 18:00:00 GMT

To help build more immersive experiences, developers can now use the Experimental release of Photorealistic 3D Maps in the Maps JavaScript API. This release gives Google Maps Platform developers access to a real-world canvas to build on, powered by Google’s rendering technology for the first time.

Google I/O ‘24: Introducing Gemini model capabilities for Places API, 3D Maps in the Maps JavaScript API, and open-source React components

Tue, 14 May 2024 18:00:00 GMT

Google I/O ‘24: Introducing Gemini model capabilities for Places API, 3D Maps in the Maps JavaScript API, and open-source React components

Google Maps Platform Graduates React Integration Library to 1.0

Tue, 14 May 2024 18:00:00 GMT

We're excited to announce the official 1.0 release of our React integration library, @vis.gl/react-google-maps. Originally launched, to alpha, in November of 2023, this library is aimed at empowering React.js developers to effortlessly build rich geospatial experiences.

Provide AI-powered place and area summaries, with Gemini model capabilities for Places API

Tue, 14 May 2024 18:00:00 GMT

Provide AI-powered place and area summaries, with Gemini model capabilities for Places API

New solution guides to help you easily create 3D immersive experiences

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 02:00:00 GMT

3D Area explorer of the Chelsea neighborhood in New York City

Social Deal: giving customers an improved local experience with Google Maps Platform

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 23:00:00 GMT

Users can view the deals on the map to easily visualize the deal location

How we built the Women Techmakers Story Map

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 01:00:00 GMT

How we built the Women Techmakers Story Map

Next generation Autocomplete is now available in Preview

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 17:00:00 GMT

The next generation of Autocomplete is now available in Preview, offering seamless integration with Address Validation, more intuitive pricing, and support for expanded place types from the new Places API.

Building trust in crypto payments with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 17:00:00 GMT

Building trust in crypto payments with Google Maps Platform

Start-up The Drivers Cooperative steers community transport while experiencing 12x growth

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 19:00:00 GMT

The Drivers Cooperative co-Founder. Erik Forman shares how The Drivers Cooperative supports a living wage for drivers in one of the most expensive cities in the U.S. to sustainably support paratransit passengers who are reliant on rides to get to their life-critical appointments using Google Maps Platform.

How Domino’s delivers pizza with the drop of a pin to almost anywhere

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 14:00:00 GMT

How Domino’s delivers pizza with the drop of a pin to almost anywhere

Our Solar API now covers more rooftops worldwide

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 19:00:00 GMT

Our Solar API now covers more rooftops worldwide

Protect your business-critical Google Maps Platform workloads with Enhanced Support

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Protect your business-critical Google Maps Platform workloads with Enhanced Support

How LINE GO enables smooth, localized ride-hailing with Google Maps Platform

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:00:00 GMT

LINE GO, a ride-hailing company in Taiwan, uses Google Maps Platform to enhance the convenience of its ride-hailing services and drivers' work efficiency.

Google Maps Platform SDKs for iOS now available through Swift Package Manager

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 19:00:00 GMT

Bringing the power of Google Maps Platform into an iOS app begins with loading the SDKs into your project. Today, we’re announcing new dependency management support through Swift Package Manager for the Maps, Places, and Navigation SDKs for iOS.

Next-generation of Cloud-based maps styling now generally available, with new zoom level customization and usability improvements

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 16:00:00 GMT

Today we’re moving our next-generation of Cloud-based maps styling into general availability. Since the Preview release, we’ve added and updated styling elements, and included new customization features.

Announcing the with Maps Hackathon Winners

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 18:00:00 GMT

In October, we partnered with Hack2skill to conduct the with Maps Hackathon in India. The challenge to hackathon participants was to build or expand an existing app to incorporate rich location experiences using Google Maps Platform APIs and SDKs to solve a problem relevant to India. More

Introducing React components for the Maps JavaScript API

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 16:00:00 GMT

Introducing React components for the Maps JavaScript API

Advanced Markers, now available for iOS and Android: Easily customize your markers across platforms

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Advanced Markers, now available for iOS and Android: Easily customize your markers across platforms

Empowering allergy sufferers with our Pollen API, now generally available

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Empowering allergy sufferers with our Pollen API, now generally available

Introducing the new Places API with access to EV, accessibility features, and more

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Introducing the new Places API with access to EV, accessibility features, and more

Build immersive maps at scale with Photorealistic 3D, 2D, and Street View Tiles, now in GA

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Build immersive maps at scale with Photorealistic 3D, 2D, and Street View Tiles, now in GA

Introducing the Air Quality API: Promoting resilience to a changing climate

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 16:00:00 GMT

Introducing the Air Quality API: Promoting resilience to a changing climate

AR and the future of architectural geodesign

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 15:00:00 GMT

AR and the future of architectural geodesign

Next-gen Cloud-based maps styling now in Preview with unlimited customizations and mobile availability

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 13:00:00 GMT

Next-gen Cloud-based maps styling now in Preview with unlimited customizations and mobile availability

The Aerial View API is now generally available

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 16:00:00 GMT

The Aerial View API is now generally available

Photorealistic 3D Tiles now in Preview with updated daily quotas

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 16:00:00 GMT

Photorealistic 3D Tiles now in Preview with updated daily quotas

Announcing the Pollen API: Providing actionable info about airborne pollen levels worldwide

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 21:30:00 GMT

Announcing the Pollen API: Providing actionable info about airborne pollen levels worldwide

Going beyond the map: Introducing Environment APIs

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 21:30:00 GMT

Going beyond the map: Introducing Environment APIs

Powering the future with our new Solar API

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 21:30:00 GMT

Powering the future with our new Solar API

New ISO 27001 and SOC Security Certifications for Google Maps Platform

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 18:00:00 GMT

New ISO 27001 and SOC Security Certifications for Google Maps Platform

Commonly asked questions about our recently launched Photorealistic 3D Tiles

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 16:00:00 GMT

Commonly asked questions about our recently launched Photorealistic 3D Tiles

Ensuring fast, reliable deliveries for customers with Google Maps Platform

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Ensuring fast, reliable deliveries for customers with Google Maps Platform

More Control Loading the Maps JavaScript API

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 17:30:00 GMT

More Control Loading the Maps JavaScript API

Introducing the latest in cloud-based maps styling

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 20:30:00 GMT

Introducing the latest in cloud-based maps styling

Three unique ways to add maps to custom, native, no code mobile applications

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 16:00:00 GMT

Three unique ways to add maps to custom, native, no code mobile applications

Launching Address Descriptors to make it easier to find addresses using landmarks in Indian cities

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 10:00:00 GMT

Launching Address Descriptors to make it easier to find addresses using landmarks in Indian cities

Innovating Japanese Customer Service at TEPCO Energy Partner with Google Maps Platform

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 16:00:00 GMT

Innovating Japanese Customer Service at TEPCO Energy Partner with Google Maps Platform

Introducing the Google Maps Platform Architecture Center

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Introducing the Google Maps Platform Architecture Center

How Rent. helps millions of people find a new home with Aerial View

Thu, 18 May 2023 19:00:00 GMT

How Rent. helps millions of people find a new home with Aerial View

2023 Accessibility updates in the Maps JavaScript API

Thu, 18 May 2023 16:00:00 GMT

2023 Accessibility updates in the Maps JavaScript API

Opening the doors to accessibility with Google Maps Platform

Wed, 17 May 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Opening the doors to accessibility with Google Maps Platform

The latest on maps customization

Wed, 10 May 2023 18:00:00 GMT

The latest on maps customization

Build maps faster with Web Components

Wed, 10 May 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Build maps faster with Web Components

Create immersive 3D map experiences with Photorealistic 3D Tiles

Wed, 10 May 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Create immersive 3D map experiences with Photorealistic 3D Tiles

Create immersive cinematic video experiences with Aerial View API

Wed, 10 May 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Create immersive cinematic video experiences with Aerial View API

Google I/O Preview: Introducing new 3D imagery, map customization, and routing products

Wed, 10 May 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Google I/O Preview: Introducing new 3D imagery, map customization, and routing products

Routes API is now generally available

Wed, 10 May 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Routes API is now generally available

Plan efficient routes for your fleet: Route Optimization API is now generally available

Wed, 10 May 2023 16:00:00 GMT

Today we’re excited to announce the general availability of the Google Maps Platform Route Optimization API. Formerly known as Cloud Fleet Routing, Route Optimization is designed to help developers improve operational efficiency, increase end-customer and driver satisfaction, and help organizations meet sustainability goals.

Learn about our updated renderer for the Maps SDK for Android

Wed, 03 May 2023 16:00:00 GMT

Learn about our updated renderer for the Maps SDK for Android

Four organizations working toward a more sustainable future with Google Maps Platform

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Four organizations working toward a more sustainable future with Google Maps Platform

What five women mapmakers think of the future of geospatial services

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 16:00:00 GMT

What five women mapmakers think of the future of geospatial services

How geospatial services can help improve financial outcomes, customer experiences, and operational efficiency

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 18:00:00 GMT

How geospatial services can help improve financial outcomes, customer experiences, and operational efficiency

iNaturalist uses Google Maps Platform to support conservation efforts

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 17:00:00 GMT

iNaturalist uses Google Maps Platform to support conservation efforts

Build faster with new optimized solutions and step-by-step guidance

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 16:00:00 GMT

Build faster with new optimized solutions and step-by-step guidance

Transforming Japan’s food delivery industry with Google Maps Platform

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 16:00:00 GMT

Transforming Japan’s food delivery industry with Google Maps Platform

Accelerating the grocery pickup experience with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Accelerating the grocery pickup experience with Google Maps Platform

How Google Maps Platform enabled businesses and government organizations to provide critical information and services during the pandemic

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 17:00:00 GMT

How Google Maps Platform enabled businesses and government organizations to provide critical information and services during the pandemic

Help users discover more with new Places API updates

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 17:00:00 GMT

Help users discover more with new Places API updates

How Google Maps Platform uses AI/ML and community contributions to keep its points of interest up to date

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 17:00:00 GMT

How Google Maps Platform uses AI/ML and community contributions to keep its points of interest up to date

Google Maps Platform Hackathon Winners Announced

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 16:00:00 GMT

Google Maps Platform Hackathon Winners Announced

Reimagining ride-hailing services with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 15:00:00 GMT

Jonathan Campos, Chief Technology Officer and Executive Vice President of Engineering, Alto shares how Alto is transforming the ride-hailing industry with Google Maps Platform.

Discover Elton and Los Angeles history using Google Maps Platform

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 17:00:00 GMT

To help celebrate Elton’s final U.S. tour, we wanted to create an experience that matched the energy, showmanship, and style Elton will bring to Dodger Stadium. To make this happen, we worked with Google to take full advantage of its knowledge of the real world and to use some of the latest features of the Maps JavaScript API.

Address Validation API is now generally available

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 16:00:00 GMT

Address Validation API is now generally available

Navigate more sustainably and optimize for fuel savings with eco-friendly routing

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 16:00:00 GMT

Navigate more sustainably and optimize for fuel savings with eco-friendly routing

How BBVA Spain uses Google Maps Platform to build transparency around spending

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 16:00:00 GMT

How BBVA Spain uses Google Maps Platform to build transparency around spending

How CBcloud is improving the working conditions of Japanese delivery people with Google Maps Platform

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT

How CBcloud is improving the working conditions of Japanese delivery people with Google Maps Platform

Explore new map customization demos

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 18:00:00 GMT

Explore new map customization demos

Announcing Advanced Markers: easily create highly customized, faster performance markers

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 16:00:00 GMT

Announcing Advanced Markers: easily create highly customized, faster performance markers

Announcing Routes API: the new enhanced version of the Directions and Distance Matrix APIs

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 18:00:00 GMT

Announcing Routes API: the new enhanced version of the Directions and Distance Matrix APIs

Announcing new routing, address validation and map customization capabilities

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 18:00:00 GMT

Announcing new routing, address validation and map customization capabilities

New Google Maps Platform launch stages and what they mean for you

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 17:00:00 GMT

New Google Maps Platform launch stages and what they mean for you

Test your skills in the Google Maps Platform Hackathon

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 16:00:00 GMT

Test your skills in the Google Maps Platform Hackathon

Announcing Advanced Polylines for the Maps SDKs for Android

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:00:00 GMT

Announcing Advanced Polylines for the Maps SDKs for Android

Improving the navigation experience with hyperlocal context

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 17:00:00 GMT

Improving the navigation experience with hyperlocal context

A new look for the red pin on Maps JavaScript, Android and iOS

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 16:00:00 GMT

A new look for the red pin on Maps JavaScript, Android and iOS

Announcing version history support for Cloud-based maps styling

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 16:00:00 GMT

Announcing version history support for Cloud-based maps styling

Find your solution more easily with our new Solution Finder

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 16:00:00 GMT

Find your solution more easily with our new Solution Finder

Jumpstart your location experiences with new integrations from across Google

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 16:00:00 GMT

Discover Google Map Platform’s recent console features and integrations including tailored recommendations, Locator Plus, appointment booking, analytics, and instant deployment with Cloud

Announcing Data-driven styling: style Google map boundaries to convey key information

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 16:00:00 GMT

Discover how to style & display boundaries with or without business data, with a preview of Google Maps Platform’s new Data-driven styling release.

The latest accessibility updates in the Maps JavaScript API

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 16:00:00 GMT

The latest accessibility updates in the Maps JavaScript API

WebGL-powered maps features now generally available

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 15:30:00 GMT

WebGL-powered maps features now generally available

Learn how Google Maps Platform partners can help you meet your business goals

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 19:00:00 GMT

Learn how Google Maps Platform partners can help you meet your business goals

Directing Costa Coffee’s customers to the nearest hot cup of coffee with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 26 May 2022 16:00:00 GMT

Directing Costa Coffee’s customers to the nearest hot cup of coffee with Google Maps Platform

Announcing Quick Start Widget to integrate API key generation into your onboarding

Wed, 25 May 2022 16:00:00 GMT

Announcing Quick Start Widget to integrate API key generation into your onboarding

How Chalo uses Google Maps Platform to transform the bus passenger experience

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 16:00:00 GMT

How Chalo uses Google Maps Platform to transform the bus passenger experience

Use cases enabled by Cloud-based maps styling

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 18:00:00 GMT

Use cases enabled by Cloud-based maps styling

How Domino's Indonesia delivers across a vast archipelago with Google Maps Platform

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 16:00:00 GMT

How Domino's Indonesia delivers across a vast archipelago with Google Maps Platform

How tens of thousands of Japanese found their way to COVID-19 vaccination centers with the help of Navagis and Google Maps Platform

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 22:00:00 GMT

How tens of thousands of Japanese found their way to COVID-19 vaccination centers with the help of Navagis and Google Maps Platform

Introducing Last Mile Fleet Solution: Maximize fleet performance from ecommerce order to doorstep delivery

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 13:00:00 GMT

Uncover Last Mile Fleet Solution, Google Maps Platform’s ecommerce delivery management software, aimed to improve routes & consumer experience.

How the CARTO platform enables the creation of advanced data visualizations with Google Maps Platform and deck.gl

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 17:30:00 GMT

How the CARTO platform enables the creation of advanced data visualizations with Google Maps Platform and deck.gl

Compose for the Maps SDK for Android Now Available

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 16:00:00 GMT

Compose for the Maps SDK for Android Now Available

Announcing Quick Builder, a new low-code tool for you to build location-based experiences

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 22:00:00 GMT

Announcing Quick Builder, a new low-code tool for you to build location-based experiences

A video guide to reactive programming with Google Maps Platform

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 16:00:00 GMT

A video guide to reactive programming with Google Maps Platform

Announcing version 6.0 of the Maps and Places SDKs for iOS

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 21:00:00 GMT

Announcing version 6.0 of the Maps and Places SDKs for iOS

Meet the next generation of mobile-optimized maps

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 16:00:00 GMT

Discover how Google Maps Platform is creating a better mobile user experience through custom map styles and additional IOS & Android map updates.

Enhanced map style rolling out as default basemap in November

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 18:00:00 GMT

Enhanced map style rolling out as default basemap in November

Sayurbox reduces itinerary and job assignments from one day to less than ten minutes using Google Maps Platform

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 17:30:00 GMT

Sayurbox reduces itinerary and job assignments from one day to less than ten minutes using Google Maps Platform

Richer data visualization on Google Maps Platform using deck.gl

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 12:00:00 GMT

Richer data visualization on Google Maps Platform using deck.gl

A new way to explore what’s possible with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 19:00:00 GMT

A new way to explore what’s possible with Google Maps Platform

Behind the scenes: WebGL-powered Maps demos for Google I/O

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 17:00:00 GMT

Behind the scenes: WebGL-powered Maps demos for Google I/O

How BungkusIT uses Google Maps Platform to run errands and deliver packages for over one million customers across Malaysia

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 17:30:00 GMT

How BungkusIT uses Google Maps Platform to run errands and deliver packages for over one million customers across Malaysia

New Cloud-based maps styling features provide more options, control, and flexibility to enhance your user experience

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 17:00:00 GMT

New Cloud-based maps styling features provide more options, control, and flexibility to enhance your user experience

Elevate customer and driver experiences with improved accuracy, reliability, and travel modes

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 17:00:00 GMT

Elevate customer and driver experiences with improved accuracy, reliability, and travel modes

Google Maps Platform solutions make finance more helpful, secure, and efficient

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 17:00:00 GMT

Google Maps Platform solutions make finance more helpful, secure, and efficient

Improve online-to-offline experiences with Google Maps Platform retail solutions

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 18:00:00 GMT

Improve online-to-offline experiences with Google Maps Platform retail solutions

Google Maps Platform JavaScript API and Promises

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 16:00:00 GMT

Google Maps Platform JavaScript API and Promises

Improved accessibility in the Maps JavaScript API

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 15:30:00 GMT

Improved accessibility in the Maps JavaScript API

Using New WebGL-powered Maps Features

Thu, 27 May 2021 14:00:00 GMT

Using New WebGL-powered Maps Features

Missed Google I/O? Here’s the Latest from Google Maps Platform

Mon, 24 May 2021 16:00:00 GMT

Missed Google I/O? Here’s the Latest from Google Maps Platform

Google Maps Platform Announcements from Google I/O 2021

Tue, 18 May 2021 20:00:00 GMT

Google Maps Platform Announcements from Google I/O 2021

Cadbury Worldwide Hide: Inspiring the ritual of hiding eggs and connecting people with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 13 May 2021 14:00:00 GMT

Cadbury Worldwide Hide: Inspiring the ritual of hiding eggs and connecting people with Google Maps Platform

Optimize your user experience with these Place Autocomplete tips

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 16:00:00 GMT

Optimize your user experience with these Place Autocomplete tips

Dunzo: How transforming the delivery experience with Google Maps Platform helped reduce support calls by 90%

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 16:00:00 GMT

Dunzo: How transforming the delivery experience with Google Maps Platform helped reduce support calls by 90%

Loading Google Maps Platform JavaScript in Modern Web Applications

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 16:00:00 GMT

Loading Google Maps Platform JavaScript in Modern Web Applications

Reduce Deprecation Stress: Understand SDK Dependencies in Google Maps Platform

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 20:00:00 GMT

Reduce Deprecation Stress: Understand SDK Dependencies in Google Maps Platform

Celebrating International Women’s Day with Google Maps Platform Leaders

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 16:00:00 GMT

Celebrating International Women’s Day with Google Maps Platform Leaders

Making transport easier and more affordable across India’s urban centers with Google Maps Platform

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 17:00:00 GMT

Making transport easier and more affordable across India’s urban centers with Google Maps Platform

Location intelligence: the new frontier for data-driven success

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 16:00:00 GMT

Location intelligence: the new frontier for data-driven success

Homesearch makes looking for real estate easier with Google Maps Platform

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 19:00:00 GMT

Homesearch makes looking for real estate easier with Google Maps Platform

Deeper map customization with zoom level customization and industry optimized map styles

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 16:00:00 GMT

Deeper map customization with zoom level customization and industry optimized map styles

How Greenwheels is helping to make towns more livable with an innovative car sharing platform

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 16:00:00 GMT

How Greenwheels is helping to make towns more livable with an innovative car sharing platform

Get the guide: optimizing the delivery and pickup experience for your business

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 20:00:00 GMT

Get the guide: optimizing the delivery and pickup experience for your business

Introducing the new Google Maps Platform Public Status Dashboard

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 16:09:00 GMT

Introducing the new Google Maps Platform Public Status Dashboard

Google Maps Platform JavaScript API and TypeScript

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 19:00:00 GMT

Google Maps Platform JavaScript API and TypeScript

Licious delivers high quality meat products to the doorstep with help from Google Maps Platform

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 17:00:00 GMT

Licious delivers high quality meat products to the doorstep with help from Google Maps Platform

Built with the Google Maps Platform Gaming solution

Tue, 24 Nov 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Built with the Google Maps Platform Gaming solution

Your questions about Local Context answered

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Your questions about Local Context answered

Gojek: Helping drivers reach their pickup points up to 20% more quickly with Google Maps Platform

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Gojek: Helping drivers reach their pickup points up to 20% more quickly with Google Maps Platform

How Cotral is using Google Maps Platform to make bus travel better for commuters–and the planet

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 16:00:00 GMT

How Cotral is using Google Maps Platform to make bus travel better for commuters–and the planet

Announcing the Google Maps Platform On-demand Rides & Deliveries solution

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 15:00:00 GMT

Announcing the Google Maps Platform On-demand Rides & Deliveries solution

Making transactions and banking more transparent with Google Maps Platform

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 18:00:00 GMT

Making transactions and banking more transparent with Google Maps Platform

How to enable deliveries to people and places without traditional addresses

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 20:00:00 GMT

How to enable deliveries to people and places without traditional addresses

Announcing Version 4.0 of the Maps and Places SDKs for iOS

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Announcing Version 4.0 of the Maps and Places SDKs for iOS

Drive conversions with Google Maps Platform retail solutions

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 17:00:00 GMT

Drive conversions with Google Maps Platform retail solutions

Add a more accurate sense of place to your applications using these five YouTube tutorials

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Add a more accurate sense of place to your applications using these five YouTube tutorials

A decade of evolution by SADA and its customers with Google Maps Platform

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 18:00:00 GMT

A decade of evolution by SADA and its customers with Google Maps Platform

How to refresh local info based on user and business needs with Local Context

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 16:00:00 GMT

How to refresh local info based on user and business needs with Local Context

BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc. brings PAC-MAN to the real world in PAC-MAN GEO

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 16:00:00 GMT

BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc. brings PAC-MAN to the real world in PAC-MAN GEO

How inDriver uses Google Maps Platform to make everyday journeys accessible to millions worldwide

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 18:00:00 GMT

How inDriver brings freedom of movement in emerging nations by allowing people to bargain for a fair price

Supporting Kotlin Google Maps Platform Developers

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Supporting Kotlin Google Maps Platform Developers

Bring your map to life with enhanced natural features

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Bring your map to life with enhanced natural features

How Parcel Shuttle makes last-mile delivery more eco-friendly and drivers happier

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 09:00:00 GMT

Discover how a Berlin parcel delivery startup is making the last-mile more eco-friendly and drivers happier

Cloud-based maps styling now available for the Maps Static API

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Cloud-based maps styling now available for the Maps Static API

Now you can style commercial corridors with cloud-based maps styling

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Now you can style commercial corridors with cloud-based maps styling

How SimplyDelivery helps restaurants deliver great food quickly and profitably

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 16:00:00 GMT

How SimplyDelivery helps restaurants of any size benefit from bringing their business online

A look at the shift in location intelligence from MediaAgility

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 17:00:00 GMT

A look at the shift in location intelligence from MediaAgility

How Argos is using Google Maps Platform to give customers what they want, wherever they are

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 16:00:00 GMT

How Argos is using Google Maps Platform to give customers what they want, wherever they are

Meet the Google Maps Platform Developer Experts

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Meet the Google Maps Platform Developer Experts

Square Enix and Colopl Bring the Real World to Dragon Quest Walk

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Square Enix and Colopl Bring the Real World to Dragon Quest Walk

15 Google Maps Platform best practices

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 16:00:00 GMT

15 Google Maps Platform best practices

15 non-profit organizations making an impact with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 16:00:00 GMT

15 non-profit organizations making an impact with Google Maps Platform

Announcing Local Context beta from Google Maps Platform

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Announcing Local Context beta from Google Maps Platform

Google Maps Platform gaming solution now available to everyone

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Google Maps Platform gaming solution now available to everyone

Introducing new Maps customization features from Google Maps Platform

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Introducing new Maps customization features from Google Maps Platform

15 years of collaboration: new features and what’s next from Google Maps Platform

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 16:00:00 GMT

15 years of collaboration: new features and what’s next from Google Maps Platform

How gaming company Krikey turned a location-based game into a play-at-home game

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 16:00:00 GMT

How gaming company Krikey turned a location-based game into a play-at-home game

How a gaming studio brought a lost world into the real world with Google Maps Platform

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Jurassic World Alive brings players up close with their favorite prehistoric creatures from the Jurassic World film franchise using Google Maps Platform.

Install Maps & Places SDK for iOS Using Carthage

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Install Maps & Places SDK for iOS Using Carthage

How Google Maps Platform partners are responding to COVID-19

Fri, 29 May 2020 17:00:00 GMT

This is the third post of a series highlighting the inspiring response to COVID-19 from the Google Maps Platform community.

Online ordering, takeout, and delivery solutions for long-term business growth

Wed, 27 May 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Discover how restaurants can use online solutions for takeout or delivery and optimize the experience for customers

From electric bikes to Parisian doorsteps: How Frichti is delivering healthy meals with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 14 May 2020 17:00:00 GMT

From electric bikes to Parisian doorsteps: How Frichti is delivering healthy meals with Google Maps Platform

Temporary closures now available in the Places API

Tue, 12 May 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Temporary closures now available in the Places API

How our community is responding to COVID-19: Fostering community engagement

Wed, 06 May 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Discover how our community is responding to COVID-19 with websites and apps built with Google Maps Platform to help each other in new and essential ways

How to improve the delivery and ecommerce experience with Google Maps Platform

Fri, 01 May 2020 16:00:00 GMT

How to improve the delivery and ecommerce experience with Google Maps Platform

Introducing Plus Codes in Place Autocomplete, Place Details and Geocoding to help you serve users everywhere

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 16:00:00 GMT

We’ve integrated plus codes into Place Autocomplete across Web Services, JavaScript, Android SDK and iOS SDK so your users can use a unique, precise digital address, no matter where in the world they are.

See how Dozens rethinks the fintech industry with the help of Google Maps Platform

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 16:00:00 GMT

See how Dozens rethinks the fintech industry with the help of Google Maps Platform

How the Google Maps Platform community is responding to COVID-19: Visualizing helpful info

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 18:00:00 GMT

We’re sharing a few examples of the websites that helped visualize important coronavirus data and places to support their communities.

How to add “buy online, pick-up in store” capabilities to your website with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 19:00:00 GMT

How to add “buy online, pick-up in store” capabilities to your website with Google Maps Platform

Supporting not-for-profit COVID-19 response efforts with Google Maps Platform credits

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 16:00:00 GMT

To support response efforts, we’ve expedited the processing of Google Maps Platform credit applications for coronavirus-related not-for-profit projects.

The top 7 Google Maps Platform YouTube videos for building with maps

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 21:00:00 GMT

The top 7 Google Maps Platform YouTube videos for building with maps

Announcing Maps Android Utility Library v1.0

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 16:00:00 GMT

Maps SDK for Android Utility Library 1.0

Vagabond’s journey to transforming vending services with Google Maps Platform

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 19:00:00 GMT

Transforming vending services with Google Maps Platform

How to Use the Distance Matrix API

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 19:00:00 GMT

How to use the Distance Matrix API

A non-profit’s journey to guiding Americans across trails with Google Maps Platform

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 19:00:00 GMT

A non-profit’s journey to guiding Americans across trails with Google Maps Platform

How to cluster map markers

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 17:00:00 GMT

How to cluster map markers

How mapping for rides and deliveries use cases is a different world: Beyond the Map

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 19:00:00 GMT

Mapping for rides and deliveries use cases

Three ways to add a map implementation to your app and when to use each

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 17:00:00 GMT

How to add maps to your website or app

New features for contextualized gameplay and new games built with Google Maps

Mon, 09 Dec 2019 19:00:00 GMT

New features for contextualized gameplay and new games built with Google Maps

Krikey: Building AR/VR games with the help of Google Maps Platform to inspire empathy and change

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 17:00:00 GMT

How Krikey is building AR/VR games with the help of Google Maps Platform

Quick Map Layer Visualizations with GeoJSON and GeoRSS

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 17:00:00 GMT

Quick Map Layer Visualizations with GeoJSON and GeoRSS

How to add a store locator to your website before the holidays

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 17:00:00 GMT

How to add a store locator to your website before the holidays

How to calculate distances between points with the Maps JavaScript API

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 17:00:00 GMT

Learn how to calculate the distance between points, and when you should quantify distances via straight line distance or route distance in Google Maps Platform.

Beyond the Map: How we optimize maps data for rides and delivery customers

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 16:30:00 GMT

Maps data improvements for customers in Southeast Asia

Halloween night done right with Nextdoor’s Halloween Treat Map

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 16:00:00 GMT

Google Maps Platform helps Nextdoor build local communities and drive in-person connections with their annual Halloween Treat Map.

The top 5 videos on the new Google Maps Platform YouTube channel

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 17:00:00 GMT

The top 5 videos on the new Google Maps Platform YouTube channel

Google Maps Platform best practices: Securing API keys when using Static Maps and Street View APIs

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 16:00:00 GMT

How to secure your API keys when using Static Maps and Street View APIs

How to build your first Google Maps Platform integration with deck.gl

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 16:00:00 GMT

This walkthrough shows you how to build your first Google Maps Platform integration with deck.gl and leaves you with boilerplate code to work from for future visualizations

How to get started with Google Maps Platform and get support when you need it

Tue, 01 Oct 2019 15:00:00 GMT

How to get started with Google Maps Platform and get support when you need it

9 things to know about Google's maps data: Beyond the Map

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 16:00:00 GMT

Frequently asked questions about Google Maps data and answered

Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms uses Google Maps Platform to build communities that care about ecological farming

Wed, 18 Sep 2019 17:00:00 GMT

Learn how nonprofit Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms, USA (WWOOF-USA) is using Google Maps Platform to help travelers find and work on organic farms

High-performance data visualizations with Google Maps Platform and deck.gl

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 16:00:00 GMT

High-performance data visualizations with Google Maps Platform and deck.gl

Google Maps Platform best practices: Optimization and performance tips

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 16:00:00 GMT

Google Maps Platform best practices: Optimization and performance tips

How to show place type icons in Place Autocomplete results

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 16:00:00 GMT

Developers can make use of new response information in Places Autocomplete to show a matching icon next to each Autocomplete result.

Beyond the Map: Solving problems and powering location-based services with imagery

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 16:00:00 GMT

How we use imagery to overcome different mapping challenges around the world to help power businesses with location-based data and insights.

Beyond the Map: A Q&A with engineering director Andrew Lookingbill

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 16:00:00 GMT

Google Maps engineering director Andrew Lookingbill tells us about his passion for mapmaking, biggest technical challenge at Google, and the advice he has for developers working on all kinds of problems.

Google Maps Platform best practices: Restricting API keys

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 16:00:00 GMT

API keys are the primary way we authenticate access to Google Maps Platform APIs and SDKs. Here's a rundown on the key restrictions available, best practices, and a video tutorial on how to restrict your keys.

How two developers reached new heights with Google Maps Platform

Tue, 06 Aug 2019 13:00:00 GMT

How two developers reached new heights with Google Maps Platform

Beyond the Map: How we build the maps that power your apps and business

Wed, 31 Jul 2019 16:00:00 GMT

Beyond the Map: How we build the maps that power your apps and business

New Autocomplete features in Google Maps Platform help your users make faster decisions

Thu, 25 Jul 2019 16:00:00 GMT

With these new Autocomplete features in Google Maps Platform, your users will be able to find the exact place they’re looking for, faster.

What’s next for Google Maps Platform

Tue, 07 May 2019 23:30:00 GMT

What’s next for Google Maps Platform

Announcing new styling and gameplay features on Google Maps Platform

Fri, 15 Mar 2019 16:00:00 GMT

Announcing new styling and gameplay features

Take mobile gaming to the next level with location

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 16:00:00 GMT

Take Mobile Gaming to the Next Level with Location

Introducing new, improved Places SDKs

Tue, 29 Jan 2019 21:00:00 GMT

Introducing new, improved Places SDKs

The Google Maps Platform Ridesharing solution helps improve navigation and ETAs for mytaxi’s drivers and passengers

Wed, 28 Nov 2018 17:00:00 GMT

Learn how mytaxi created an app to connect taxis to passengers in 100 cities across Europe with the help of Google Maps Platform.

Falling Fruit helps urbanites forage for food using Google Maps Platform

Tue, 10 Jul 2018 16:27:00 GMT

Falling Fruit helps urbanites forage for food using Google Maps Platform

How Google Maps helps amateur and professional archaeologists ponder the mysteries of Stonehenge’s burial mounds

Tue, 26 Jun 2018 14:40:00 GMT

How Google Maps helps amateur and professional archaeologists ponder the mysteries of Stonehenge’s burial mounds

How WhyHunger uses Google Maps to connect people to grassroots community food sources

Wed, 13 Jun 2018 15:27:00 GMT

How WhyHunger uses Google Maps to connect people to grassroots community food sources

Expanded support for Google public programs

Tue, 12 Jun 2018 18:03:00 GMT

Expanded support for Google public programs

Reminder—set-up a Google Cloud Platform Console account

Mon, 04 Jun 2018 18:59:00 GMT

Reminder—set-up a Google Cloud Platform Console account

Introducing Google Maps Platform

Wed, 02 May 2018 19:00:00 GMT

Introducing Google Maps Platform

The real world as your playground: Build real-world games with Google Maps APIs

Wed, 14 Mar 2018 16:02:00 GMT

The real world as your playground: Build real-world games with Google Maps APIs

Updated basemap style for Google Maps APIs

Tue, 13 Feb 2018 22:23:00 GMT

Updated basemap style for Google Maps APIs

Removing Place Add, Delete & Radar Search features

Fri, 30 Jun 2017 18:43:00 GMT

Removing Place Add, Delete & Radar Search features

Get your users where they need to go on any platform with Google Maps URLs

Tue, 23 May 2017 21:31:00 GMT

Get your users where they need to go on any platform with Google Maps URLs

Google Maps and Particle partner to bring location-aware capabilities to IoT devices

Tue, 16 May 2017 18:34:00 GMT

Google Maps and Particle partner to bring location-aware capabilities to IoT devices

A new issue tracker for Google Maps APIs

Tue, 14 Mar 2017 21:39:00 GMT

A new issue tracker for Google Maps APIs

Do you like the new look of the Maps APIs tutorials?

Mon, 20 Feb 2017 16:33:00 GMT

Do you like the new look of the Maps APIs tutorials?

Styling and custom data for polylines and polygons in the Google Maps Android API

Thu, 16 Feb 2017 00:04:00 GMT

Styling and custom data for polylines and polygons in the Google Maps Android API

Geolocation and Firebase for the Internet of Things

Wed, 21 Dec 2016 17:48:00 GMT

Geolocation and Firebase for the Internet of Things

Address Geocoding in the Google Maps APIs

Tue, 22 Nov 2016 23:43:00 GMT

Address Geocoding in the Google Maps APIs

Smart scrolling comes to mobile web maps

Wed, 16 Nov 2016 00:23:00 GMT

Smart scrolling comes to mobile web maps

Custom map styling with the Google Maps APIs on Android and iOS

Wed, 21 Sep 2016 21:49:00 GMT

Custom map styling with the Google Maps APIs on Android and iOS

Making the most of the Google Maps Web Service APIs

Thu, 15 Sep 2016 16:31:00 GMT

Making the most of the Google Maps Web Service APIs

New JavaScript Street View renderer brings rendering improvements and better mobile support

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 00:05:00 GMT

New JavaScript Street View renderer brings rendering improvements and better mobile support

Keep users focused on what's important with the latest Google Maps Android API

Mon, 01 Aug 2016 23:44:00 GMT

Keep users focused on what's important with the latest Google Maps Android API

Google Places API for iOS & Google Maps SDK for iOS are now in separate CocoaPods

Tue, 26 Jul 2016 00:27:00 GMT

Google Places API for iOS & Google Maps SDK for iOS are now in separate CocoaPods

I/O session: Location and Proximity Superpowers: Eddystone + Google Beacon Platform

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 15:05:00 GMT

I/O session: Location and Proximity Superpowers: Eddystone + Google Beacon Platform

Announcing marker clustering in the Google Maps SDK for iOS Utility Library

Tue, 19 Jul 2016 01:02:00 GMT

Announcing marker clustering in the Google Maps SDK for iOS Utility Library

Behind the Australian Elections Map: Mapping democracy in real-time

Fri, 01 Jul 2016 23:53:00 GMT

Behind the Australian Elections Map: Mapping democracy in real-time

Marker zIndex and more come to the Google Maps Android API

Mon, 27 Jun 2016 23:36:00 GMT

Marker zIndex and more come to the Google Maps Android API

Building for Scale: Updates to Google Maps APIs Standard Plan

Wed, 22 Jun 2016 22:51:00 GMT

Building for Scale: Updates to Google Maps APIs Standard Plan

More descriptive JavaScript console error messages

Thu, 16 Jun 2016 17:49:00 GMT

More descriptive JavaScript console error messages

Introducing the Google Maps APIs Udacity course

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 21:46:00 GMT

Introducing the Google Maps APIs Udacity course

Get our API Release Notes automagically via RSS

Thu, 12 May 2016 18:41:00 GMT

Get our API Release Notes automagically via RSS

Advanced marker animations and more with Google Maps SDK for iOS 1.13

Mon, 04 Apr 2016 17:01:00 GMT

Advanced marker animations and more with Google Maps SDK for iOS 1.13

Changes and quality improvements in Google Places API Search

Tue, 16 Feb 2016 17:00:00 GMT

Changes and quality improvements in Google Places API Search