Audio By Carbonatix
Google’s group planning feature for Google Maps, which the company first announced back at Google I/O 2018 in May, is now rolling out to users (via TechCrunch). The feature allows users to create a shortlist of restaurants or other destinations that can be shared with friends so they can vote, ceasing the endless planning messages that groups have to contend with.
You can use the feature by long-pressing each location to drag into a shortlist, which can then be shared with the friends you invite. The group will be able to see the relative locations of each destination in their app or browser, and they can vote with a thumbs-up or thumbs-down, and Google will keep score. Members of the group are also free to add their own suggestions.
![]()
Group planning was just one of the new features Google announced for its navigation map. Others have already launched, including the For You tab, which surfaces restaurants or other businesses in your area that you might be interested in using “Your Match” scores that attempt to rank your favorites. The company is also working on an augmented reality Street View mode for Google Maps, which will overlay directions onto a live feed from your phone’s camera.
The update is available starting today on iOS and Android.
Latest Stories
-
Ghana Tourism Authority to launch ‘100 Years of Highlife’ celebration
13 minutes -
NACSA engages CSOs on implementation of Gun Amnesty ProgrammeÂ
38 minutes -
Fire destroys two-bedroom apartment at Tsito–Awudome Gborkorpe
40 minutes -
Ghana to capitalize on World Cup to attract investment into sports tourism – Kofi Adams
46 minutes -
Parents call for return of corporal punishment to address indiscipline in schools Â
60 minutes -
Takoradi MP calls for national strategy to revive highlife music
1 hour -
Health Minister receives report on Zipline drone delivery system
1 hour -
Colombia’s Vice President visits Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
1 hour -
DVLA’s new number plates; some observations…
2 hours -
Twellium named Ultimate Best Manufacturing Company of the Year at Ghana Beverage Awards 2025
2 hours -
Chief Justice orders immediate closure of Kwame Danso District Court after violent attacks
2 hours -
Russia hits back at Europe’s big plan to loan Moscow’s frozen cash to Ukraine
2 hours -
US FDA intends to put its most serious warning on Covid-19 vaccines, sources say
2 hours -
Diana Hamilton feeds over 450 school children at Bukom Park
2 hours -
We’ll reconsider our decision following President Mahama’s request – Mahama Ayariga on anti-OSP bill
2 hours
