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As Google re-brands its Maps feature into something more than just a way to get directions, the tech giant announced recently that regardless of where you are, reviews and comments for local points of interest will be translated into your language. (Shutterstock/File)
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s Google re-brands its Maps feature into something more than just a way to get directions, the tech giant announced recently that regardless of where you are, reviews and comments for local points of interest will be translated into your language.
In a blog post on Monday, associate product manager for Google Maps, DK Kang, explained that Google Maps would do the heavy lifting.
“Just open Google Maps or Search, search for what you’re interested in and the reviews are automatically translated,” read the blog post.
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“So next time you find yourself in a faraway land wondering which ramen shop is the best or which gelato place is the most authentic—just sit back, relax and let Google Maps and Search bridge the language barrier.”
This new update comes on the heels of other newly released features for Google Maps, such as Lists, the ability to create, join and share lists of places, and Location Sharing, which allows users to share their location with a contact for a certain period of time. (sul/kes)
