City
Epaper

Apple users can report accidents, traffic on Google Maps

By IANS | Updated: October 18, 2019 12:25 IST

Google is introducing incident report features on iOS mobile platform that will let users report road incidents like car accidents, speed traps and obstacles right from devices.

Open in App

The same features proved to be popular among Android users, which is why Google has decided to bring it to iOS as well.

"First, we're adding the ability for people to report crashes, speed traps and traffic slowdowns right from their iPhone. This feature has been one of our most popular on Android, and we're excited to expand it to iOS," Sandra Tseng Product Manager, said Google Maps said on Thursday in a statement.

The search engine giant has also expanded four new types of road hazards that can be reported through its incident feature.

"We're introducing the ability to report four new types of incidents-construction, lane closures, disabled vehicles, and objects on the road (like debris)-so you can quickly know if you'll encounter one of these potential obstructions on your ride, and plan accordingly. To report an incident, simply tap on the + sign and then on 'Add a report'," Tseng added.

Both features start rolling out globally this week.

Recently, Google Maps has announced new improvements that would help people with vision impairment to navigate more easily. It offers more detailed voice guidance and new types of verbal announcements for walking trips.

Currently, it is available in English in the US and Japanese in Japan for Google Maps on Android and iOS. The feature is for visually-impaired people.

( With inputs from IANS )

Open in App

Related Stories

Other SportsIPL 2025: KKR opt to bat against RR at Eden Gardens

EntertainmentSaif Ali Khan on his Adipurush remark: 'I apologised for being evil, not for the film'

CricketIPL 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders win toss, opt to bat against Rajasthan

NationalMamata govt curbed LWE terror but failed to tackle communal violence, says Bengal Governor

EntertainmentJason Isaacs pokes fun at 'The White Lotus' cast feud rumours

टेकमेनिया Realted Stories

TechnologyWarren Buffett shares views on tariffs, AI, dollar depreciation, and Berkshire Hathaway’s cash reserves at annual meeting

TechnologyICRA downgrades Ola Electric's debt rating amid sluggish sales and profitability challenges

TechnologySouth Korea reports 52 cases of measles, highest in 6 years

TechnologyWarren Buffett’s wisdom has inspired countless people, myself included: Tim Cook

TechnologyScientists find details of process driving evolution, major diseases