Overview
- Gemini-powered “Know before you go” tips are rolling out now in the U.S. on Android and iOS for places like restaurants, hotels, and concert venues.
- Each tip is tappable for more detail, with a carousel entry point to the existing Ask a question feature.
- AI-based EV charger availability predictions start rolling out next week on Android Auto and Android Automotive for hundreds of thousands of stations worldwide.
- Review nicknames let users post with a custom display name and picture, with reviews still tied to their Google Account and existing anti-fraud protections; the feature rolls out globally this month on mobile and desktop.
- The Explore tab gains curated carousels of trending nearby spots from sources such as Lonely Planet, OpenTable, Viator, and local influencers, rolling out globally this month on Android and iOS.