Google Maps launches features for traveling during coronavirus pandemic

Traveling during the pandemic can be tough.

That's why the latest version of Google Maps for Android and iOS has several features that might help travelers get around safely.

Now, when you look up public transit directions, Maps will show Covid-19-related alerts. Google points out that data will only be available where it can get info from the local transit agencies, and only on trips that are likely to be affected by Covid-19 restrictions.

These alerts are rolling out in Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Colombia, France, India, Mexico, Netherlands, Spain, Thailand, United Kingdom, and the U.S., and Google says they're coming to more countries "soon." Read more...

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