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Gemini Can Now Answer Your Google Maps Questions! - Google’s AI-powered Gemini feature is now integrated into Maps, allowing users to ask contextual questions about specific places.
What is the Ask About Place Feature? This new feature lets users tap into Gemini AI within Google Maps to get instant answers about locations, restaurants, and stores!
How to Use It? - Open Google Maps > Tap on a place (restaurant, business, etc.) > Summon Gemini as usual > Click on the 'Ask About Place' chip to ask questions.
What You Can Ask? - Gemini can provide information like store product availability, restaurant menus, nearby attractions, and directions.
Limitations of the Feature - While effective for specific businesses, Gemini struggles with broader location queries like entire neighborhoods or cities.
Fallback to Google Search - Some complex or nuanced queries may redirect to Google Search instead of generating an AI-powered answer.
Early Rollout Phase - The feature is still in early testing, meaning not all users will have access, and Gemini may sometimes fail to load Maps context.
No Gemini Advanced Required - The integration works for standard Gemini users, without needing a Gemini Advanced subscription.
App Versions Needed - To use the feature, users need Google app version 16.10.40, Gemini app version 1.0.686588308, and Google Maps version 25.12.01.
Potential for Growth - Despite some early limitations, the 'Ask about place' feature shows promise in making Google Maps even more interactive and informative.