EQUIPEngadget · 2h ago
Now you can chat with Google Maps to order food, reserve hotels and more

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Google is expanding its AI-powered Ask Maps feature to 150 additional countries and territories. The tool enables executive travelers to manage logistics like food orders and hotel reservations through a natural language interface.
- 01Integrated chat functionality now handles direct hotel reservations and food orders within the application
- 02Expansion covers 150 new global markets to support international business travel logistics
- 03Natural language processing allows for more efficient navigation and service discovery during transit
- 04Enhanced platform utility reduces the need for multiple third-party booking and service applications
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Google is also bringing Ask Maps to 150 more countries and territories.