Google Maps is the undisputed king of apps of its kind. Although others, such as Apple Maps, are constantly working to at least equal it, the service has managed to consolidate its lead once again. According to a document published this Thursday, Google Maps now provides better information about locations with details powered by Google AI.

The update shows featured photos and reviews that summarize what people like about a location. A restaurant’s food can be determined using artificial intelligence, and Google Maps will also offer information such as cost, possible availability and whether it meets dietary restrictions.

Google Maps will offer more customization opportunities thanks to AI

For now, the update is available in 40 select cities in the US and Canada, with more confirmed to come in the future. According to the details shared by Google, the steps to use the feature are as follows:* Open Google Maps.* Search for a city.* Swipe over the selected city and scroll through to view curated lists of recommendations from people who know the city.

The AI-powered Google Maps update will also introduce top trending lists highlighting popular places to visit while travelling.

Likewise, it was announced that Google has added new customization tools to create lists in Maps. Thanks to these, users can choose the order in which places appear in the lists they create, and there are options to link content from social channels. These changes will come to Android and iOS later this month.

Although iOS 18 has been expected to come as a major update to the operating system in recent years, it is thought that Apple Maps will not benefit much from this thanks to the artificial intelligence integration and will only add features to the existing functions for now. on other browsing platforms.

What has been confirmed so far is that Apple will add personalized routes to Apple Maps starting with iOS 18, so iPhone users can change and personalize their travel routes. Currently, Apple Maps allows you to choose between different routes available by default, but this new feature will give you the option to change each point along the way.