According to reports, a recent beta version of the Google Maps app for Android smartphones included a new power-saving option
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| Pressing the power button while driving is probably how Google Maps' power-saving mode is activated |
Google Maps' constant GPS use and screen activity during navigation can quickly deplete your smartphone's battery. Google may soon add a new function to Maps to assist users in saving battery life in these circumstances. A new feature targeted at lowering battery usage appears to be in the works, according to a recent APK deconstruction of the Android smartphone app. On lengthy trips, customers could benefit from an additional hour or two of battery life thanks to this. Whether Google will release the public version is uncertain.
There may be a battery-saving feature in Google Maps
A new 'Power saving option' that is now in development was found by Android Authority during an APK breakdown of the Google Maps app for Android. The beta release, version 25.44.03.824313610, provided proof of the feature. According to strings in the code, this mode will use less battery power by displaying just the most important navigational information, such as approaching turns.According to the magazine, hitting the power button while driving is probably how the feature is triggered. Additionally, users might be able to switch on the power-saving mode right within the Google Maps app. The report's pictures demonstrate how the user interface changes to a monochromatic layout, eliminating color to save battery life. The software seems to have eliminated a lot of information, including street names, leaving only the most important navigational components.
Google Maps' power-saving option is perhaps particularly helpful for lengthy journeys where battery life is essential. Whether Google intends to include this functionality in the stable public version is yet unknown, though.
This year, Google Maps will be receiving a number of improvements. The business enhanced the real-time support in August by integrating Gemini Live into Maps.
Google unveiled AI-powered tools to enhance trip planning earlier in March. AI Overviews have been introduced and improved in Search, Maps, and Lens to offer more individualized and superior travel recommendations.
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