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Google Maps is one of the most used applications on the operating system Android or iOS, Google develops and adds many features.

There is no doubt that it is best to map your phone even though Apple Maps has been developed and added new features with iOS 12.1. But Google Maps stays ahead of you, with plenty of features to see where you've been, live events, features to customize your food recommendations, transit options, and more.

Here are some new Google Maps tips and features that will help you accomplish some of your daily tasks:

Note: To access the tips and features we will see together today, you need to download the latest version of Google Maps on your phone, whether it is on iOS or Android.

1. Book a Uber or Cream service from Google Maps
Often, when we use Ober or Karim transportation services, we find the price of the trip high due to the increased demand for services there and at that time. So, if you are in a location and want to compare the cost of Ober or Karim for your trip, you can resort to the Google Maps app that will give you the estimated price of your trip without opening the door. Uber or Cream application. You can also open any application to complete your reservation. To access this feature, follow these steps:

• Go to Google Maps on your phone, making sure the location is enabled.
• Press the Go button to select your destination. Choose a destination.
• At the top of the screen, select the icon of the person who is raising their hand in the air.
• At the bottom of the screen you will see prices for Oprah and Cream
• Click on the application that suits you
• Press the Open App button
• You will be brought to the application to confirm the trip

2. Use the new Commute tab
Google has recently added a new tab to the Google Maps main app, called Commute, which will show you the fastest route between your workplace and your home, depending on where you are. you find. It also gives you information about each part of your trip, for example, tells you another route if the main route is not the best option and gives you an estimate of the exact time of your arrival.

To learn how to use the new Commute feature, follow these steps:

• Access the Google Maps app on your phone.
• Click the Switch tab in the lower right corner of the screen.
• Tap the three dots at the top of the screen
• Tap Settings, and then tap Commute Settings.
• Enter your personal and professional address
• Choose your route: by car, public transport, motorbike, bike or on foot
• Set travel times, time to go to work and when you leave work
• Enable the Get Route Notifications option to be able to identify the traffic or delay before leaving, and then click Finish.

3. Learn more about live events near you
This feature will be very important for travel enthusiasts or those whose work depends on mobility between cities. For example, if you arrive in a new city for a business trip and want to find something fun in this city, Google Maps contains a list of events taking place nearby, such as as live sports, plays or programs.

Here's how to find upcoming live events:

• Access the Google Maps app on your phone.
• Click the Explorer tab near the bottom of the screen.
• Tap the Events icon
• You will see the current events, click on the event for which you want to know more, for example, where to buy tickets, or to add the event to your calendar.

4. Know how crowded the place is before visiting it
If you are planning to settle in a restaurant that does not have the online booking feature or go to the movies to watch a movie on weekends, you can see how much this place is cluttered with Google Maps, using location and previous data.

• Open the Google Maps app on your phone.
• Find where you plan to visit
• Tap and drag from the bottom of the screen to learn more about this place.
• Scroll to the Popular Time option
• You will see how the place is usually crowded at certain times of the day. Tap today to find out the extent of the space on certain days of the week.