Next Google Maps update will make traveling to new places way easier

Get ready for improved iOS support too

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Your next trip to an unfamiliar destination could be made much smoother thanks to upcomingGoogle Mapsupdates.

The app will soon be able to give you more in-depth details about where you’re traveling, both before you set off and while you’re on the move, according to aGoogle blog post.

We’re most excited about Google Maps finally being able to estimate the cost of toll roads you might want to use on your journey. Thanks to the feature you’ll be better able to weigh up the pros and cons of choosing to ‘Avoid Toll Roads’ on your route.

Right now the feature is restricted to around 2,000 toll roads across the US, India, Japan, and Indonesia, but over time new roads and regions will be added.

Another update will add new details to the digital map, including upcoming traffic lights, stop signs, and details about buildings you’re passing, which should help you get a better feel for a location you’re visiting for the first time.

Improved iOS support coming soon

Last but not least, Google is bringing several improvements to Maps on itsAndroid OSrival in the coming weeks and months.

iPhoneusers will soon be able to take advantage of new widgets offering quick access to the most important details of your upcoming trip. In addition, if you wear anApple Watchyou’ll be able to start navigation using the Google Maps app without needing to pull your phone out – a new ‘Take me home’ complication will also enable you to quickly open directions home.

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Google Maps will also be integrated withSiri, Spotlight, and the Shortcuts apps directly on iOS. Once the update has been rolled out, installed, and set up, you’ll be able to ask Siri for directions using your voice. Google says this feature will start to appear “in the coming months”, with enhanced Siri search functionality being added after the initial rollout.

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