Google Maps is testing the Live Activity feature on iPhone to improve real-time navigation

Google Maps is ramping up its efforts to test a feature iPhone users have been waiting for: real-time activity. The feature is expected to bring dynamic and at-a-glance information directly to the iPhone’s lock screen and dynamic island, thereby enhancing the user experience.

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What is a live event?

Live Activity are notifications from apps that deliver real-time information to your iPhone’s lock screen and always-on display. Apps like Uber and Lyft make effective use of this feature to display pickup status updates. Google Maps has now joined the fray, offering users more convenience and timely updates, 9to5google.

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Live Event Tour on Google Maps

While Live Activity has been a staple of Android for some time, Google Maps for iOS has been slow to integrate the feature. Google first revealed support for Live Activity in early 2023 and said it plans to implement the feature on the iPhone 15. However, this launch never materialized, leaving users with high expectations.

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Recently, Google has been testing Live Activity on some iPhones. Some lucky users have reported that they can see live directions on their lock screen while navigating using Google Maps. This feature is versatile and works seamlessly whether you’re using public transport or in-car navigation.

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How to Enable Live Activity on Google Maps

If you’re interested in trying out this feature, there’s a setting you can enable in the Google Maps app Navigate to the Settings menu and turn on Show directions while navigating. While this does not guarantee immediate access to the live event, it does increase your chances of participating in the beta phase.

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The hope is still on

Despite limited testing, feedback on Live Activity on Google Maps has been overwhelmingly positive. Users are eager for Google to finalize and roll out this feature as it promises to make navigation on the iPhone more intuitive and user-friendly.

As we wait for Google Maps for iOS to officially launch Live Events, anticipation and excitement for the feature continues to grow. Currently, users can only hope that Google can roll out this feature in a big way as soon as possible to enhance the navigation experience of iPhone users around the world.

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