Google unveiled a brand new version of Google Maps at its annual I/O developers conference on Wednesday, this will be the biggest redesign since Google Maps was launched eight years ago.
As with most of it’s new products, Google is only letting a few people try the new Google Maps initially. Users can request an invite here. The new Maps features will be available for the Mac and Windows, along with Android and iOS, although it won’t roll out until some time this summer.
The redesigned Google Maps app will highlight the places which the users frequently visit, it includes new a new routing system that automatically picks the best directions to destinations and shows and compare public transportation schedules, includes Google Earth views without needing extra applications, better suggestions for location and business searches, better Zagat review support among other features.
