You can see if a building is available by searching for a landmark in Google Maps and going to the Photos section. With this update, you can get a virtual view of structures like the Empire State Building. New: Use Immersive View to experience landmarks in aerial viewĪs a start to launching Google's new Immersive View feature, it's rolling out aerial views of nearly 100 landmarks in cities like Barcelona, London, New York, San Francisco and Tokyo. This feature is rolling out to Android and iPhone users now. You'll next choose a designated location, as well as when to be notified (arriving or leaving) and tap Save. Next, select Add to add an address to get updates from your friend. Choose the person you'd like to request location notifications from the list. To get started, select your profile icon and tap Location Sharing. The person you're requesting notifications for needs to first share their location with you they'll also be alerted when you send the request and can deny it. For instance, if you're waiting on your friend to meet you at a concert, you can request to be notified when they arrive at the venue. Google added a new feature to its Maps app that notifies you when a friend or relative arrives at or leaves a specified location. New: Get alerts on Google Maps when friends arrive at or leave a location For more, discover hidden Google Maps tricks for travelers. Keep reading to see what the newest features are, as well as six lesser-known features we recommend trying to help make it easier to arrive at your destination.

The latest update will be more useful in providing you with the best route to take while traveling on a bicycle, and also can alert you when a friend or relative arrives at a location safely.

Google Maps added several new features to its app that you'll be able to use in the coming weeks on iOS and Android.

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