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The Aerial View API is now generally available
Aerial View gives you programmatic access to cinematic videos built with the same 3D map source used by Google Earth–and it’s now...

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Oct 24, 20232 min read


Building an eco-friendly ride-hailing experience with Google Maps Platform
Editor’s note: Today's article comes from Rishabh Sood, Chief Technology Officer, BluSmart. He shares how BluSmart, India’s first...

28East
Oct 24, 20233 min read


Commonly asked questions about Google Maps Platform’s recently launched Photorealistic 3D Tiles
Editor’s Note: Since the launch of our Experimental Photorealistic 3D Tiles at I/O in May, Google Maps Platform has been thrilled to see...

28East
Sep 15, 20234 min read


Powering the future with our new Solar API
The global energy crisis, higher electricity prices, policy momentum, and reduced costs have driven unprecedented growth in renewable...

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Sep 15, 20235 min read


New ISO 27001 and SOC Security Certifications for Google Maps Platform
Google Maps Platform now have ISO 27001, SOC 2 and SOC 3 security certifications for 25 Google Maps Platform products. Certifications...

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Sep 15, 20232 min read


Announcing the Pollen API: Providing actionable info about airborne pollen levels worldwide
According to the World Health Organisation, up to ⅓ of the global population suffers from allergic rhinitis, with one quarter of adults...

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Sep 15, 20233 min read


Going beyond the map: Introducing Environment APIs
When it comes to the environment, we’re at a moment that’s defining a generation and will impact generations to come. Now more than ever,...

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Sep 15, 20232 min read


A connector to bring Earth Engine and BigQuery closer together for geospatial analytics
Google Maps Platform is excited to announce a new feature that simplifies exporting tabular data from Earth Engine into BigQuery. Earth...

28East
Aug 31, 20235 min read


More Control Loading the Maps JavaScript API
Today we're sharing three big improvements to how the Maps JavaScript API is loaded: an API for flexible library loading, the new inline...

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Aug 31, 20233 min read


Introducing the latest in cloud-based maps styling
Google Maps Platform is currently rolling out a new Experimental release of cloud-based maps styling for the Maps JavaScript API to give...

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Aug 31, 20232 min read


New ways AI is making Maps more immersive
From understanding a neighborhood at a glance to experiencing a place virtually like you’re really there, Maps has reimagined the way...

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Aug 2, 20232 min read


This archaeologist fights tomb raiders with Google Earth
In the summer, Dr. Gino Caspari’s day starts at 5:30 a.m. in Siberia, where he studies the ancient Scythians with the Swiss National...

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Aug 2, 20233 min read


Introducing the Google Maps Platform Architecture Center
Google Maps Platform is excited to announce the launch of theirArchitecture Center! The Architecture Center is a central resource for...

28East
Aug 2, 20232 min read


Launching Address Descriptors to make it easier to find addresses using landmarks in Indian cities
Google Maps Platform has enabled a growing number of businesses in India to build informative and engaging geospatial experiences. At the...

28East
Aug 2, 20232 min read


Three unique ways to add maps to custom, native, no code mobile applications
Mobile applications have created a connected global community, putting personalised devices in the pockets of 85 percent of the...

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Aug 2, 20234 min read


What five women mapmakers think of the future of geospatial services
In honour of Women’s Month, we’d like to shine a light on women at Google making a difference in the geospatial industry and on Google...

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Aug 1, 20236 min read


How Rent. helps millions of people find a new home with Aerial View
Although searching for a new home is exciting, it can be a challenging process. Making a house into a home is so personal, and paying...

28East
Jul 6, 20234 min read


Create immersive cinematic video experiences with Aerial View API
With Aerial View, developers have a simple way to highlight places like hotels, attractions, and shops to help people make informed...

28East
Jul 6, 20232 min read


Helping more people stay safe with flood forecasting
Natural disasters, like flooding, are increasing in frequency and intensity due to climate change, threatening people’s safety and...

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Jul 6, 20232 min read


2023 Accessibility updates in the Maps JavaScript API
In recognition of Global Accessibility Awareness Day on May 18, Google wanted to share the work that they have done over the last year to...

28East
Jul 6, 20233 min read
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