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Oops: Google says it might have deleted your Maps Timeline data

Ars Technica

The Google Maps Timeline has long been a useful though slightly uncomfortable feature that maintains a complete record of everywhere your phone goes (and probably you with it). Many Google users grew quite fond of having access to that data. However, Google had access to it, too.

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Google is bringing every Android game to Windows in big gaming update

Ars Technica

The annual Game Developers Conference is about to kick off, and even though Stadia is dead and buried , Google has a lot of plans for games. Google doesn't have a firm timeline for all these changes, but 2025 will be an interesting year for the company's gaming efforts. Read full article Comments

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Google announces Maps screenshot analysis, AI itineraries to help you plan trips

Ars Technica

Google has some new tools to help you plan, but like most of what Google does now, the new features lean heavily on AI. Google says that lots of people tend to take screenshots when they're planning a trip. Google says that lots of people tend to take screenshots when they're planning a trip. Read full article Comments

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Apple will use its street view Maps photos to train AI models

Engadget

Apple plans to start using images it collects for Maps to train its AI models. Look Around is Apple's answer to Google Street View. The company originally released the feature alongside its 2019 revamp of Apple Maps. The company originally released the feature alongside its 2019 revamp of Apple Maps.

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Before Google Was Blamed for the Suicide of a Teen Chatbot User, Its Researchers Published a Paper Warning of Those Exact Dangers

Futurism

Google is currently fighting two separate lawsuits that make ugly allegations about its AI efforts. They also argue that Google used Character.AI billion into Character.AI, Google has downplayed its ties to the startup, insisting in response to questions that "Google and Character.AI Despite shoveling $2.7 is striking.

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Unlock the Power of Maps to Boost Your Nonprofit’s Fundraising

The Fundraising Authority

Uncover the Benefits of Maps for Nonprofit Fundraising. Maps are one of the most powerful tools available to nonprofits when it comes to creating compelling visual stories. Maps can be used to illustrate the work of a nonprofit, the areas they serve, and the impact of their fundraising efforts.

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Google Maps is getting a lot more detail

The Verge

The new map design (right) does a better job at distinguishing between Iceland’s ice caps and greenery. Image: Google. Google Maps is being redesigned to make it easier to distinguish between natural features in the environment, whether they’re mountainous ice caps, deserts, beaches, or dense forests. Image: Google.

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