A blog post details the change, which will only affect the Android version of Maps. The update adds a new menu bar to the bottom of the home screen that brings easy access to three common features: places, driving, transit. Designed to cut down on the number of taps you’ll need to make to get directions find restaurants, the update focuses on delivering real time at a glance, according to a blog post: Under the new places tab, users will find lists of restaurants bars around you, as well as a search bar that lets you find ATMs, pharmacies, gas stations grocery stores. Additionally, if you tap the car icon you’ll be able to quickly get an estimated time of arrival for going home or to work, as well as traffic conditions any possible reported delays. Finally, the subway icon will show you the best train or bus to catch for your commute, or you check out schedules for stations stops near you. The impact on you at home: all love Maps, but let’s face it, no one wants to spend any more time with it than they have to. th this latest update, hasn’t added any new features, but by streamlining the interface a bit, it will help us get where we’re going that much faster.
