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RivianOS 2.0 Arrives on the R1T/R1S With 2026.31 Refresh
technology1 hour ago

RivianOS 2.0 Arrives on the R1T/R1S With 2026.31 Refresh

Rivian is rolling out 2026.31 to the R1T and R1S (Gen 1 and Gen 2), delivering RivianOS 2.0 with a full UI redesign including a new left dock, revamped music/climate interfaces, a weather app, and Waze integration with police and speed camera alerts, plus a negative state-of-charge readout. No autonomy updates—it's a visual/performance upgrade that reportedly speeds the system, and it brings R1 in parity with the R2. The rollout starts today in phases, with Connect+ subscribers prioritized.

via RivianTrackr|
#r1s#r1t#rivian
Waze Troubleshooting: Quick Fixes for Common Glitches
technology20 days ago

Waze Troubleshooting: Quick Fixes for Common Glitches

Waze users report issues like the app not opening or freezing, failing to fetch routes, inaccurate or random routing, location not updating, and an overload of alerts. Most problems stem from missing permissions, outdated app versions, or misconfigured settings, all fixable in minutes: clear the app cache, free storage, update or reinstall the app, and verify location permissions and precise location are enabled; reboot the device if needed. For route fetch failures, check connectivity, toggle airplane mode, and consider breaking long routes into shorter steps. To improve navigation accuracy, adjust Settings > Navigation to manage toll roads and enable personalized ETAs and routes. If location isn’t updating, ensure Location access is Always or While Using and perform a reboot if necessary. To reduce distractions, customize Alerts and reports and set Sounds to Alerts only or Off. These fixes are straightforward and can enhance reliability and reduce driving interruptions.

via bgr.com|
#gps#mobile-apps#navigation
CarPlay Map Showdown: Apple Maps, Google Maps, and Waze in 2026
technology1 month ago

CarPlay Map Showdown: Apple Maps, Google Maps, and Waze in 2026

A detailed comparison of Apple Maps, Google Maps, and Waze for Apple CarPlay, highlighting Google Maps’ offline navigation, 3D visuals, and route options; Apple Maps’ seamless Apple ecosystem integration and Live ETA sharing; and Waze’s real-time hazard alerts and personalized features, to help drivers pick the best navigation app based on offline use, customization, alerts, and device integration.

via Geeky Gadgets|
#apple-maps#carplay#google-maps
Waze Rolls Out Gemini-Powered Personalization, Quieter Prompts and Motorcycle Mode
technology1 month ago

Waze Rolls Out Gemini-Powered Personalization, Quieter Prompts and Motorcycle Mode

Waze announced rolling updates for iOS and Android: Gemini integration to deliver personalized navigation based on your past trips and real-time traffic, with an option to disable it. A new Less Chatty mode reduces voice prompts so you can focus on audio content while still receiving essential navigation cues. Conversational Reporting expands to let you report road changes by talking to local map editors, and Gemini enables voice-based location searches (e.g., finding a coffee shop that's open now). A new motorcycle mode, using AI to account for motorcycle-specific hazards and shortcuts, is also rolling out in select countries with more to come. These features are currently available as global rollouts for the Waze app on both iOS and Android.

via PhoneArena|
#conversational-reporting#gemini#less-chatty-mode
Waze gears up with Gemini-powered AI features for personalized driving
technology1 month ago

Waze gears up with Gemini-powered AI features for personalized driving

Google’s Waze is getting an AI makeover with Gemini-powered features, including two updates described as Gemini: conversational voice commands to report traffic incidents and suggest map updates, and a Destination Search to find destinations via voice queries. Additional improvements include a less chatty voice prompt mode, Motorcycle Mode, and routing that prioritizes user history and local traffic patterns, highlighting Google’s broader push to add AI to its navigation tools alongside Maps.

via The Verge|
#ai#google#navigation
Waymo offers pothole data to cities via Waze to fix streets
transportation4 months ago

Waymo offers pothole data to cities via Waze to fix streets

Waymo is launching a pilot program to share pothole location data it collects with select cities through Google’s Waze for Cities platform, enabling real‑time pothole mapping to speed repairs and improve safety for both human and robot drivers. The pilot, starting in the San Francisco Bay Area and expanding to Los Angeles, Phoenix, Austin, and Atlanta, uses sensor data from Waymo’s fleet to identify potholes (about 500 already identified) and aims to broaden to other street conditions while presenting Waymo as a city partner amid regulatory tensions.

via The Verge|
#autonomous-cars#potholes#transportation
Google Maps Rolls Out AI-Powered Immersive Navigation and 'Ask Maps' Update
technology5 months ago

Google Maps Rolls Out AI-Powered Immersive Navigation and 'Ask Maps' Update

Google Maps has released its biggest update in over a decade, turning the app into an AI-powered travel companion with Immersive Navigation (enhanced road details and see-through 3D renderings) and Ask Maps (natural, context-aware directions and place questions) powered by Gemini AI; rolling out in the US for iOS, Android, CarPlay, Android Auto, and Google-built cars, potentially shaking up competition with Waze and Apple Maps.

via supercarblondie.com|
#ask-maps#gemini-ai#google-maps
Google Maps or Waze: Which Gets You There Faster?
technology10 months ago

Google Maps or Waze: Which Gets You There Faster?

Google Maps is the superior navigation app overall, offering detailed maps, offline capabilities, and versatile transportation options, making it the best choice for most users. Waze excels in driver-specific features like real-time community updates and route sharing, but lacks offline map downloads and broader transportation support. Google Maps is recommended for its comprehensive features and usability across various modes of travel.

via PCMag|
#driving-directions#google-maps#map-features
Waze's Future Uncertain as Google Maps Integration Deepens
technology1 year ago

Waze's Future Uncertain as Google Maps Integration Deepens

The article discusses the increasing integration between Google Maps and Waze, both owned by Google, and the potential for them to merge. Despite their shared ownership, the two apps have distinct navigation styles: Google Maps offers traditional GPS navigation, while Waze focuses on real-time, speed-prioritized routing. The author argues against merging the two, suggesting that Waze should remain a streamlined, speed-focused app to maintain its unique appeal and avoid redundancy with Google Maps, which is more feature-rich and information-heavy.

via Tom's Guide|
#google#google-maps#navigation