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Google Maps Takes It Indoors!

I am not sure how we got along without navigation all these years, but most days I use the maps on my phone.  Even when I am walking in an…

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I am not sure how we got along without navigation all these years, but most days I use the maps on my phone.  Even when I am walking in an unfamiliar place, it's super helpful.  Now, Google is making some changes to directions in Google Maps, including a new tool that helps with indoor navigation.  That's right, taking the help inside!  The new feature gives you real-time directions when you’re inside airports, transit stations, and malls. Just hold your phone up, point your camera -- and follow the arrows and icons pointing you where you need to go. Google’s big maps update also includes other features that will roll out in the coming months. Read the info from CNBC here