My eyes glossed over when I saw AI mentioned, but I read Google’s November 5 announcement anyway: “We’re introducing the first hands-free, conversational driving experience in Google Maps, built with Gemini and our comprehensive information about the real world,” said Google’s blog post announcing the new feature.

“It’s like having a knowledgeable friend in the passenger seat who can confidently help you get where you’re going.” My first thought was that Google invented the world’s first disembodied know-it-all backseat driver, but some of these features sound pretty sweet.

Useful features coming up on your right?

Even though I rely upon Google Maps for all my biking navigation, walking navigation, and public transit navigation, I gave up on it for driving navigation many years ago.

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