It quickly evolved to help map floods in the Philippines and Pakistan, and later to allow people in the US to add a new road to their neighborhood. Launched by two Google engineers in 2008, it was a way for people to add streets and local landmarks to improve the experience of Google Maps, starting in India. That was one of the revelations of MapMaker. “Not only do maps make it easier to get around they also can give you a sense of identity when you see your street on the map for the first time. Pardon the pun, but it’s been a long road!” Reid smiles.Īnd while Google CEO Sundar Pichai cannot stop crediting Google Maps for helping him discover some great burrito places, he is quick to acknowledge how useful the technology can be in places like India where there isn’t always a clear structure to the address system. Today, it’s a gateway to exploring the world-both digitally and in real life, on foot or by car, via public transit or a wheelchair. “As we’ve added features and capabilities, Google Maps has evolved into much more than a website that gives you turn-by-turn directions. For Elizabeth Reid, VP of Engineering, Google Maps, watching Maps grow into what it is today has been an unbelievable experience. To commemorate this momentous occasion, several top leaders at Google have also shared their reflections on Google’s geo efforts. ‘Updates’, meanwhile, will keep you engaged with a steady stream of trending, must-see spots from local experts and publishers. The ‘Saved’ tab will let you view all of the spots you have saved on Google Maps in one convenient place, while the new ‘Contribute’ tab is to let you share local knowledge or add missing places, business reviews, and photos easily. ‘Commute’ is where you get real-time traffic updates, travel times, and suggestions for alternative routes. The ‘Explore’ tab is home to information, ratings, and reviews of about 200 million places around the world, including restaurants and tourist attractions. The revamped app is packed with five easy-to-access tabs – Explore, Commute, Saved, Contribute and Updates.
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