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- Google might have begun working on navigation support for Android XR using Google Maps.
- Previously, Google has previewed how Maps and Gemini could work together to help you navigate, especially while walking.
- In addition to step-by-step navigation, your Android XR glasses could use feed from their cameras to help you when you’re feeling lost.
- Google will also give users the option to turn off navigation or alerts if they don’t want to use it.
with directions? Here’s Android XR is Google’s next big ambitious project that it envisages to power dozens of different styles of AR glasses and XR headsets over the next few years
Since the platform is closely related to the mobile version of Android, we’d also see a significant chunk of apps cross-functioning across both platforms Maps is one of them, and Google has already demonstrated how you can use the app to find places of interest or for an immersive aerial or street view
Now, we’re seeing hints about how Android XR could enhance navigation in Google Maps, especially when you’re walking down the street
with directions? Here’s: Authority Insights
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We’ve spotted references in the latest version (26.02.02.851972749) of the Google Maps app, hinting at the upcoming update for navigation via smart glasses running the Android XR platform. We’re seeing documentation of something called “Enhanced navigation” using Android XR glasses and headsets.