The latest news from the Google hub is that the team has announced access to its newly redesigned Google Maps to all Internet users on Tuesday.
Google announced its revamped Google Maps design earlier this year in May at the I/O 2013 conference. The main focus of the initiative was to focus on a responsive design app that had a detailed information card about various global locations, once the user clicks on a specific spot on the map. In addition, Google also offered :
- a newer fullscreen UI
- Maps that use vector data allowing a faster graphical loading
- A better zoom in feature for clarity
- Detailed photo tours of famous locations using submitted photo entries by users
-Alternate driveways, including public transport options, time-speed comparison charts etc.
But as was the accepted protocol, users could only had to sign up for an invite and undergo a waiting period for approval, say a weelk or two. However, Google has done away with this technicality also.
Announced over its Twitter handle, the desktop section of the Google Maps page urged users to "Try now" option to preview the latest avatar of the app. Despite the new open policy announcement, Google Maps can still be used on a "opt-in" format.
The new Google Maps for the web is even easier to try out. No email invite needed. Sign up and get instant access: http://t.co/uN65ALct88
— Google Maps (@googlemaps) July 16, 2013
Whenever users visit the Google Maps site, they will be redirected to the new app page. The users have the option to retain the old version of the Maps. To activate the "New Google Maps", only a click-to-select action has to be performed on the left-hand side of the app on the homepage.
For additional info, check out this Google's demo video:
Are you ready to use the new Google Maps? Leave us a reply to share your user experiences and other tidbits.
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