Google Maps is getting a big upgrade on Apple CarPlay and Apple Watch – CNBC

Google Maps is concerning the CarPlay Control panel.

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Google on Monday revealed that its enhancing Google Maps in Apple CarPlay and on the Apple Watch

Apple Maps already supports this, so its simply a new choice for individuals who prefer to use Google Maps.

That indicates you can get directions on Google Maps and after that look at your expect the next step. Its helpful if youre walking around town, biking or driving and do not have maps up on your dashboard.

Apple didnt allow third-party mapping applications in this location until an iPhone update it released in March. Until now, Google Maps users had to utilize Apple Maps on the Dashboard screen. Or, they had to simply utilize Google Maps separately and without the included details that the Dashboard offers.

Google Maps turn-by-turn instructions will release on the Apple Watch in the coming weeks.

The modification is presenting beginning Monday.

Google Maps turn-by-turn instructions on Apple Watch.

The brand-new Google Maps update brings Maps to the CarPlay Dashboard, the main house screen window where you can see lots of things at the same time, such as your calendar appointments, the music youre playing and your directions.

Apple didnt allow third-party mapping applications in this location up until an iPhone update it released in March. Previously, Google Maps users needed to use Apple Maps on the Dashboard screen. Or, they had to simply utilize Google Maps individually and without the included info that the Dashboard provides.

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CarPlay lets you see some apps, place calls, speak with Siri and more in vehicles that support it. It completes with Googles Android Auto platform, which deals with Android phones.

Google Maps turn-by-turn directions on Apple Watch.