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Newsweek
5 hours ago
- Newsweek
Google Maps Media Controls Go Missing—'Working To Fix'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Media playback controls disappeared from Google Maps on Android devices this week, disrupting music and podcast listening for millions of drivers. The issue, affecting widely used music apps like YouTube Music and Spotify, prompted a swift response from Google, which acknowledged the issue and announced that work is underway to restore the lost functionality. Newsweek contacted Google for more information on the situation via email. The Context Media controls while navigating are a critical safety feature for many drivers as they reduce the time they spend looking at their phone, not the road. Without in-app controls, users must interact with external player apps or notifications, potentially increasing distraction and risk while driving. The loss comes on the heels of Google's earlier removal of Assistant Driving Mode, a move that had already reduced integrated driving features for Android users. What To Know The removal of these controls was first observed in Google Maps version 25.28 stable and 25.29 beta, leaving Android users without the in-app convenience of play, pause, and skip options during navigation. Additionally, the "Default media app" option that originally let users choose between YouTube Music or Spotify as their default music app while navigating has vanished from navigation settings. A woman points to a screen displaying the website Google Maps, in Marseille on January 26, 2024. A woman points to a screen displaying the website Google Maps, in Marseille on January 26, 2024. Getty Images The missing feature previously enabled users to control playback for compatible music apps, including YouTube Music and Spotify, directly within navigation. The controls, typically accessed via a toggle in Settings, allowed drivers to skip tracks, see album information, and open their chosen media apps without leaving the Maps interface. While the controls have remained on iOS, Android users have voiced frustration across social media and forums. "Not only are my playback options missing in my map, but the option to add them does not exist in Settings > Navigation," one user posted on a Google Maps help forum. "I can't delete and reinstall the app because it's a default app on my Samsung s23, I cleared the cache and data, restarted my phone, and checked I'm up to date in Maps. The setting option is still missing." What People Are Saying Google responded to the issue quickly, and said in a statement that it was "actively working to fix an issue that is affecting media playback controls on Google Maps." What Happens Next Google has pledged to address the media control issue, but as of time of writing, no timeline had been announced for the fix. Users are advised to monitor Google Maps updates for the restoration of the feature in future app releases.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Apple iOS 26 Maps: What's new in Apple Maps with the iOS 26 update
Apple Maps in iOS 26: Apple Maps gets a solid upgrade with iOS 26, offering features that make outdoor navigation easier and more reliable. If you enjoy hiking or travelling through remote areas, the new offline maps, topographic layers, and trail routes could be a game-changer. Available in both the iOS 26 developer and public betas, these features help you access key navigation tools without needing a constant internet connection. You can now download specific areas, view topography with contour lines, and follow marked trails in supported national parks. These updates put Apple Maps closer to apps like AllTrails and Gaia GPS, aiming to make iPhones more useful in nature. Whether you're planning a trek or simply heading somewhere with a patchy signal, iOS 26 Maps ensures you won't get lost. Here's what's new and how to use it. 1. Preferred Routes Apple Maps uses on-device intelligence to determine the best routes to destinations you visit often, including work, home, and school, and it records the times you usually see those locations. The Maps app can notify you of any traffic or road closures that will affect your commute and provide you with an alternate route so you can arrive on time. If there are any route problems, the same information is displayed in a Maps Suggestions Home Screen widget. Since this is an under-the-hood feature that only activates when necessary, it may not activate if your commute is short and does not involve highways that see a lot of traffic. By selecting Settings > Maps > Location and turning off the "Preferred Routes and Predicted Destinations" option, you can turn it on or off. 2. Voice Controls In the Maps app, the Voice Volume section is now called Voice Controls. Toggles for Muted, Alerts Only, and Unmuted have been introduced to make it easier to change how turn-by-turn directions are sent. In iOS 18, these controls were there, but just as toggles with no explanation on the right side of the screen when turn-by-turn instructions were being given. 3. Liquid Glass Redesign Apple's Liquid Glass revamp, which includes some minor interface adjustments, has been incorporated into the Maps app. Place icons have been enlarged, and the search bar and navigation menu are translucent, allowing you to see some of the Maps background behind them. The numerous menus, cards, and buttons are more rounded than before, and the icons give the appearance of layered glass. The Share Sheet is transparent and features a popover layout. Places is the new name for the Library tab that was available when you tapped your profile photo. It features a new Visited Places section and better spacing. Time of arrival, distance, and travel time are displayed more clearly, and turn-by-turn directions are in a smaller pop-up bar instead of taking up the top of the Maps display. 4. Place Information The Maps app now displays the Call, Menu, and Website buttons at the top of the screen, along with the business's hours and, if available, the order option, when you tap into or type in a location. To get directions to a location, there is now a floating button at the bottom right of the app that is constantly accessible. 5. Visited Place Whether you're traveling or in your neighborhood, Apple Maps may record the locations you've been to. It can keep track of the eateries, stores, parks, and places you visit, allowing you to look back and recall your past whereabouts. Google has long provided a timeline that records visits to locations automatically, and Apple's recently added Visited Places feature is equivalent to the Google Maps Timeline's capabilities. The Maps app notifies you of the new functionality when you update to iOS 26 and gives you the option to opt in or out. By launching the Maps app, touching on your profile image, tapping on Places, and then tapping on Visited Places, you may view your visited places. This interface includes a search function in addition to a list of the places you have visited by month. You can choose to delete your existing history and modify the duration of visits (three months, a year, or forever). Additionally, you can report inaccurate location readings and remove locations one at a time simply by tapping on them. An option to erase all or to clear everything and disable Visited Places completely appears when you clear your history in Apple Maps. By selecting Settings > Apps > Maps > Location, you can opt to disable Visited Places or enable it later. Turn off Visited Places after that. By selecting Privacy and Security > Location Services > Maps, you may also reach the toggle. For Visited Places to function, you must toggle on Precise Location. The locations you have visited are saved on your smartphone. Apple does not upload the data to its servers. 6. Improved Incident Report More incident types have been added, and a new incident button on the right side of the iPhone makes it simpler to report an incident like a wreck when receiving turn-by-turn directions. A crash, speeding violation, traffic, road construction, hazard, or road closure can all be reported. The only options available in iOS 18 are crash, speed check, and danger.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Google gets unexpected boost from ChatGPT
Google gets unexpected boost from ChatGPT originally appeared on TheStreet. For all the noise in AI, Google's () is looking to play a much quieter game. The tech juggernaut is focusing on scale, speed, and systems few see coming. 💵💰💰💵 Though the world watches chatbots and model wars, something a lot deeper is taking shape behind the scenes. This week, a subtle shift in how ChatGPT operates positions Google closer to the center of the AI action. It might not be loud or flashy, but if you know what to look for, it's a move that could potentially reshape the field. Google quietly builds AI cloud firepower, and it's starting to show Though its competition chases headlines, Google has been quietly racking up wins in the AI infrastructure game. Over the past three years, we've seen its global cloud market share climb from under 10% to roughly 12%. Though it's still behind Amazon Web Services' 32% and Microsoft's 23%, it's gaining fast. That bump helped drive a 28% gain in Google Cloud sales to $12.3 billion in Q1 2025, which is one of the tech giant's biggest growth engines. At the heart of Google's push are its custom Tensor Processing Units (TPUs), which are tailor-made to push deep-learning has shelled out billions into data centers, liquid cooling rigs, and AI-specific hardware to cater to the crushing demand for scalable AI compute. Perhaps Google's biggest edge is in its unmatched access to real-world data, from Search, Maps, YouTube, and Ads, giving it a vast training ground for next-gen models. Layer that up with tools like Vertex AI and pre-trained libraries, and developers can build and deploy a lot quicker and with less friction. That matters a ton where OpenAI's ChatGPT has become the gold standard of AI performance. With north of 800 million weekly users and billions of real-time prompts, any lag becomes news. Naturally, every cloud provider wants a piece of that load. Looking ahead, with global cloud spend heading towards $723 billion this year, Google's infrastructure stack looks increasingly competitive. More Tech Stock News: Elon Musk's xAI is already shockingly massive Rigetti shakes up quantum computing with bold advance Unsung AI stock pops after joining S&P 500 Its blend of custom chips, open-source AI tools, and strategic pricing is starting to shape the race. Google joins the ChatGPT cloud club, and that changes the AI playbook Google just landed a massive win in the AI infrastructure wars. ChatGPT maker OpenAI revealed it is using Google Cloud as one of its key providers, joining an illustrious list that already includes Microsoft, Oracle, and Nvidia-backed CoreWeave. It's a huge shift for OpenAI, which once relied mostly on Microsoft for its compute power. That exclusivity is gone, and with OpenAI diversifying, Google has stepped up to the move comes as OpenAI looks to ramp up compute capacity to meet rising demand for ChatGPT and its APIs. Google's infrastructure will now support OpenAI in countries like the U.S., the UK, Japan, the Netherlands, and Norway. By efficiently spreading its workloads across multiple vendors, OpenAI avoids over-dependence on any one player. It also gains pricing leverage and access to emerging chips, including Google's custom TPUs, reducing reliance on Nvidia's costly GPUs. It's a smart hedge, giving Google a foot in the door at a time when every major cloud provider is battling it out to be the go-to backbone for AI. Google already partners with Anthropic, though an OpenAI rival, and runs its own Gemini AI models. So this new deal complicates things with regard to resources, which will be split across AI customers. For Google, it's a major step toward narrowing the gap between AWS and Microsoft in terms of building cloud dominance. For OpenAI, it's another step toward resiliency. And for the AI race? It just got more layered and gets unexpected boost from ChatGPT first appeared on TheStreet on Jul 17, 2025 This story was originally reported by TheStreet on Jul 17, 2025, where it first appeared. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Miami Herald
5 days ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
Google gets unexpected boost from ChatGPT
For all the noise in AI, Google's (GOOGL) is looking to play a much quieter game. The tech juggernaut is focusing on scale, speed, and systems few see coming. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter Though the world watches chatbots and model wars, something a lot deeper is taking shape behind the scenes. This week, a subtle shift in how ChatGPT operates positions Google closer to the center of the AI action. It might not be loud or flashy, but if you know what to look for, it's a move that could potentially reshape the field. Though its competition chases headlines, Google has been quietly racking up wins in the AI infrastructure game. Over the past three years, we've seen its global cloud market share climb from under 10% to roughly 12%. Though it's still behind Amazon Web Services' 32% and Microsoft's 23%, it's gaining fast. That bump helped drive a 28% gain in Google Cloud sales to $12.3 billion in Q1 2025, which is one of the tech giant's biggest growth engines. At the heart of Google's push are its custom Tensor Processing Units (TPUs), which are tailor-made to push deep-learning workloads. Related: Elon Musk moves xAI, Grok onto Palantir turf Google has shelled out billions into data centers, liquid cooling rigs, and AI-specific hardware to cater to the crushing demand for scalable AI compute. Perhaps Google's biggest edge is in its unmatched access to real-world data, from Search, Maps, YouTube, and Ads, giving it a vast training ground for next-gen models. Layer that up with tools like Vertex AI and pre-trained libraries, and developers can build and deploy a lot quicker and with less friction. That matters a ton where OpenAI's ChatGPT has become the gold standard of AI performance. With north of 800 million weekly users and billions of real-time prompts, any lag becomes news. Naturally, every cloud provider wants a piece of that load. Looking ahead, with global cloud spend heading towards $723 billion this year, Google's infrastructure stack looks increasingly competitive. More Tech Stock News: Elon Musk's xAI is already shockingly massiveRigetti shakes up quantum computing with bold advanceUnsung AI stock pops after joining S&P 500 Its blend of custom chips, open-source AI tools, and strategic pricing is starting to shape the race. Google just landed a massive win in the AI infrastructure wars. ChatGPT maker OpenAI revealed it is using Google Cloud as one of its key providers, joining an illustrious list that already includes Microsoft, Oracle, and Nvidia-backed CoreWeave. It's a huge shift for OpenAI, which once relied mostly on Microsoft for its compute power. That exclusivity is gone, and with OpenAI diversifying, Google has stepped up to the challenge. Related: Cathie Wood drops $36 million on her favorite stock The move comes as OpenAI looks to ramp up compute capacity to meet rising demand for ChatGPT and its APIs. Google's infrastructure will now support OpenAI in countries like the U.S., the UK, Japan, the Netherlands, and Norway. By efficiently spreading its workloads across multiple vendors, OpenAI avoids over-dependence on any one player. It also gains pricing leverage and access to emerging chips, including Google's custom TPUs, reducing reliance on Nvidia's costly GPUs. It's a smart hedge, giving Google a foot in the door at a time when every major cloud provider is battling it out to be the go-to backbone for AI. Google already partners with Anthropic, though an OpenAI rival, and runs its own Gemini AI models. So this new deal complicates things with regard to resources, which will be split across AI customers. For Google, it's a major step toward narrowing the gap between AWS and Microsoft in terms of building cloud dominance. For OpenAI, it's another step toward resiliency. And for the AI race? It just got more layered and interesting. Related: Major analyst revamps Nvidia stock price target after China surprise The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
European Market Highlights: High Leads 3 Promising Penny Stocks
The European market has recently experienced a mixed performance, with the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index ending slightly higher amid hopes for more trade deals, although gains were curbed by tariff concerns. As investors navigate these shifting conditions, they often seek opportunities in various segments of the market. Penny stocks, though an outdated term, still represent a niche area where smaller or newer companies can offer growth potential when backed by strong financial health. This article will explore three promising penny stocks that may provide hidden value and long-term potential despite their modest price points. Top 10 Penny Stocks In Europe Name Share Price Market Cap Financial Health Rating Lucisano Media Group (BIT:LMG) €0.95 €14.11M ★★★★☆☆ Maps (BIT:MAPS) €3.39 €45.03M ★★★★★★ Angler Gaming (NGM:ANGL) SEK3.60 SEK269.95M ★★★★★★ IAMBA Arad (BVB:FERO) RON0.49 RON16.57M ★★★★★★ Cellularline (BIT:CELL) €2.89 €60.95M ★★★★★☆ Fondia Oyj (HLSE:FONDIA) €5.00 €18.7M ★★★★★★ Abak (WSE:ABK) PLN4.38 PLN11.8M ★★★★★★ Bredband2 i Skandinavien (OM:BRE2) SEK2.41 SEK2.31B ★★★★☆☆ Deceuninck (ENXTBR:DECB) €2.135 €294.77M ★★★★★★ Netgem (ENXTPA:ALNTG) €0.984 €33.18M ★★★★★★ Click here to see the full list of 332 stocks from our European Penny Stocks screener. Let's dive into some prime choices out of the screener. High Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★★★ Overview: High Co. SA offers consumer engagement chain solutions in France, Belgium, and Spain with a market cap of €85.29 million. Operations: The company generates €146.38 million in revenue from its advertising segment. Market Cap: €85.29M High Co. SA, with a market cap of €85.29 million, generates €146.38 million in revenue from its advertising segment across France, Belgium, and Spain. The company maintains high-quality earnings without significant shareholder dilution over the past year and has reduced its debt to equity ratio to 0% over five years. Despite stable weekly volatility and well-covered interest payments by EBIT (57.2x), it faces challenges with negative earnings growth (-27.4%) last year and declining profit margins (5.3% from 7.3%). While trading below fair value estimates, future earnings are forecasted to decline by an average of 15.3% annually over three years. Get an in-depth perspective on High's performance by reading our balance sheet health report here. Review our growth performance report to gain insights into High's future. Isofol Medical Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★★★ Overview: Isofol Medical AB (publ) is a clinical stage biotech company with a market cap of SEK161.52 million. Operations: Isofol Medical AB (publ) has not reported any revenue segments. Market Cap: SEK161.52M Isofol Medical AB, a clinical-stage biotech firm with a market cap of SEK161.52 million, is pre-revenue and unprofitable but has been reducing losses by 30.7% annually over the past five years. The company remains debt-free and its short-term assets surpass both short- and long-term liabilities, providing some financial stability. Recent strategic moves include a private placement raising SEK4.99 million and ongoing clinical trials for arfolitixorin in metastatic colorectal cancer treatment, with FDA engagement indicating potential U.S. expansion plans. However, Isofol's management team lacks experience, contributing to higher-than-average stock volatility in Sweden. Click here to discover the nuances of Isofol Medical with our detailed analytical financial health report. Gain insights into Isofol Medical's future direction by reviewing our growth report. Xbrane Biopharma Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★☆☆ Overview: Xbrane Biopharma AB is a biotechnology company focused on the development, manufacture, and sale of biosimilars, with a market cap of SEK388.26 million. Operations: The company generates revenue from its biosimilar development segment, amounting to SEK277.89 million. Market Cap: SEK388.26M Xbrane Biopharma, with a market cap of SEK388.26 million, is focused on biosimilars and has shown significant revenue growth, reporting SEK93.24 million in Q1 2025 compared to SEK14.07 million the previous year. Despite being unprofitable and having high debt levels (net debt to equity at 57.8%), its seasoned management team and strategic partnerships are promising for future developments. The recent collaboration with OneSource aims to enhance global supply capabilities and regulatory approvals for its lead candidate Ximluci, which is under U.S. FDA review after gaining European market authorization in 2023. Take a closer look at Xbrane Biopharma's potential here in our financial health report. Understand Xbrane Biopharma's earnings outlook by examining our growth report. Turning Ideas Into Actions Reveal the 332 hidden gems among our European Penny Stocks screener with a single click here. Ready For A Different Approach? Explore 26 top quantum computing companies leading the revolution in next-gen technology and shaping the future with breakthroughs in quantum algorithms, superconducting qubits, and cutting-edge research. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. 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