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ICYMI: the week's 8 biggest tech stories, from the Dell XPS 16 to Galaxy S24 leaks

If you've been busy this week rebooting your brain for 2024, fear not – we've rounded up all of the week's biggest tech stories.

Google Maps is getting a big 3D upgrade to make driving easier — what you need to know

Google Maps is getting a big 3D upgrade to make driving easier — what you need to know

Google Maps users are reporting a new feature rolling out which changes the way buildings look when you're on a route, potentially making navigating a little bit easier.

Google Maps just got a major upgrade for drivers in big cities

Google Maps just got a major upgrade for drivers in big cities

The Google Maps app on Android and iOS has started showing buildings in 3D for some users, which is a big upgrade for city drivers.

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This Queen Camilla-approved fitness tracker is the ultimate January sales purchase

Many models from this Queen Camilla-approved fitness tracker brand are on sale and there's never been a better time to pick one up

Ten year battle over ‘rude’ street sign as council reinstates it despite residents’ objections

Suspicion surrounds the disappearance of the sign which was damaged in 2016

The Independent UK

Google Maps could kill this handy navigation feature on Android soon

Google might be pulling the plug on Driving Mode in Google Maps in early 2024.

Android Central

This Google Maps feature could disappear in 2024 — and it’s bad news for drivers

It appears it’s the end of the road for Google Maps’ Driving Mode.

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Fitbit Charge 6 vs. Charge 5: Should you upgrade?

Fitbit Charge 6 vs. Charge 5: Should you upgrade?

The Charge 6 offers a few key upgrades over the Charge 5, but if they're enough for you will depend on whether or not you liked the last-gen fitness tracker — because they're basically twins.

Android Central

If you were given a Google Street View image of anywhere on Earth, could you identify the location?

If you were given a Google Street View image of anywhere on Earth, could you identify the location?

The competitors at the GeoGuessr World Cup can do just that. The clues are in brick houses, distinctive trousers and unusual telegraph poles

The Guardian - UK

Google Rolls Out AI-Powered Features For Maps In India

Google Rolls Out AI-Powered Features For Maps In India

The new Google Maps features are designed to meet the needs of Indian users and offer a more user-friendly map experience.

International Business Times UK

Google Contacts on your Android can now show your friends' real-time location

Google Contacts on your Android can now show your friends' real-time location

Google Contacts' new real-time location readout is powered by Google Maps and appears in the contacts card.

Google Contacts lets you see friends' live location in-app

Google Contacts lets you see friends' live location in-app

Google Contacts will now show real-time location data for people who have shared their location with you in Google Maps.

Android Central

Our phones are turning map reading into a lost art

Our phones are turning map reading into a lost art

Letters: Readers respond to Ned Vessey’s article about ending his reliance on Google directions

The Guardian - UK

Google Maps lets you check the weather for any location — here's how

Google Maps lets you check the weather for any location — here's how

In this article, we show you how to check the weather for any location on Google Maps using a computer browser and iOS and Android apps.

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Google Maps update to let you wipe out past searches and photos in one swoop

Later next year, Google Maps will offer a way to save your Timeline records onto your phone for safe keeping.

A big change to Google Maps is coming — and it’s good for your privacy

Google has announced plans to store Google Maps Location History locally as well as give users more options to delete it.

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Google Maps is giving you more control over your location data

Google details several changes arriving for Maps alongside its new "Timeline" feature.

Massive Android lock screen bug lets attackers access your photos and other personal data — how to stay safe

A lock screen bypass bug has been discovered in Android 13 and 14 that can be exploited by an attacker with physical access to your smartphone.

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Android Auto gets a helpful Google Maps feature to avoid parking lot panic

Google Maps is finally playing nice with Android Auto, letting you remember where you parked with a single tap.

International Business Times UK

Google Chrome Set To Get New AI-Powered Features

Google is reportedly developing a feature dubbed Autofill Helper, but the exact purpose of this feature remains unclear.

Android Central

Google Maps' updated color scheme graces Android Auto as well

Google Maps has gotten a fresh coat of paint, and now that new look is also available on Android Auto.

Tesla phone, Xiaomi EV? The line between your car and phone is starting to blur – and it's a good thing

The line between your car and your phone is starting to blur

Controversy Erupts Over Google Maps Redesign As Former Employee Expresses Dissatisfaction

Users criticize updated color scheme while former designer calls it 'colder, less accurate, and less human'

Android Central

5 Android holiday hacks to make the season's activities run smoother

From party planning, to the perfect photos, these hacks will help you keep your sanity while serving up seasonal shenanigans!

Google Maps changed its colours (but you probably didn’t notice)

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