Posted 2/1/2024, 9:59:01 PM
Google Maps Rolls Out AI-Powered Recommendations to Help Users Discover New Places
- Google Maps gets new generative AI features, starting with select Local Guides in the US
- Users can ask for recommendations in natural language e.g. "places with a vintage vibe in San Francisco"
- Results include rich information like photos, ratings, reviews to explain relevancy
- Can continue conversation with follow-up questions without restating original request
- Features aimed at discovering new places; will be polished based on feedback before wider release