Overview
- The feature is part of the November Pixel Feature Drop, which is rolling out in stages, though this Maps mode is limited to the Pixel 10 series at launch.
- It functions only during driving navigation and does not support walking or biking directions, according to Google’s support documentation.
- Users on Pixel 10 can activate the mode by pressing the power button while navigating to switch to an always-on-style display.
- The interface shifts to a simplified grayscale layout with minimized graphics to reduce display power consumption.
- Reporting cites Google’s claim of up to four additional hours of battery life, a figure that awaits independent real‑world testing.