Topic: Google Maps

20 ways to save on your summer vacation

Your summer vacation doesn't have to break the bank.  By being flexible in your travel plans, checking multiple sites for deals, and dining out less, you can save a bundle on your getaway.

3D maps coming to iPhone 5, iOS 6: report

According to a new report, Apple will soon ditch the Google Maps app for an in-house product, which could feature a 3D mode. 

Six tips for a money-smart road trip

Being rigid in planning a route but flexible in schedule and housing are ways to ensure you get the most bang for your buck on the open road.

20 essential Android tips and tricks

Several weeks ago, we highlighted 20 useful iPhone tricks everyone should know. We got such good feedback from that feature that we wanted to share the love with Android users – who, after all, make up the largest proportion of the smart phone community.

How to use Google Wallet, step by step

LaptopMag offers a play-by-play walk through of Google Wallet.

What happens when Google declares a thriving company is dead?

Because of a quirk in Google's crowdsourcing strategy, some businesses have been marked "closed" when they're actually flourishing.

Independence Day fireworks: Laxer state laws could mean more in tax revenue

A growing number of states are relaxing state laws on fireworks in hopes of generating a little extra tax revenue through sales and permit fees

Google investigation: Is it abusing its dominance?

Google investigation will focus on search results and advertising. Federal Trade Commission's launch of Google investigation could parallel federal probe of Microsoft in the 1990s.

Rio's shantytowns shrink – on Google Maps, at least

Rio de Janeiro has complained for years that Google Maps overstates the size of the city's favelas or shantytowns. It's one of many diplomatic disputes worldwide over Google's online maps.

iPhone: Seven reasons to stick with AT&T

We're fast approaching the day when the Verizon iPhone goes on sale, and many people – especially AT&T customers – are wondering if it's worth it. While every situation is unique, here are a few reasons why you might want to stick with AT&T.

Top 5 Google Labs projects

GoogleLabs.com is a self-described "playground" where anyone can try out almost-finished Google experimental projects. Recent alumni include Google Maps, Alerts, and its SMS text message directory service.

The current collection showcases 50-plus "bubbling test tubes." There's no guarantee that any will graduate to full Google status, but here are five projects that are worth donning a virtual lab coat to test for yourself.

Net Neutrality: Why the new rules don't guarantee internet equality

Net neutrality: The FCC has the power to issue regulations that protect net neutrality, but digital advocacy groups say the rules that passed do not accomplish this.

Why Nicaragua and Costa Rica are in a tense standoff over a remote swamp

Costa Rica and Nicaragua are at loggerheads over control of a remote island on the San Juan River. Google Maps and The Hague have been sucked into the dispute.

Android Gingerbread is in the oven, says Google

Android Gingerbread – the 2.3 iteration of Google's Android mobile OS – could hit phones as soon as the end of this month.

Where do I vote? Ask Google.

Google has unveiled a handful of tools to help Americans find their local polling station by zip code – and track the latest poll numbers once they've left.

Where do I vote? Voting locations for election 2010.

It's finally time to head to the polling stations, but many are asking, 'where do I vote?' Finding voting locations by zip code and by street address is easy using these sites.

Google Street View, now with penguins

Google Street View has been expanded to include imagery from Brazil, Ireland – and Antarctica.

Off the Grid

Off-the-grid expert Nick Rosen offers a portrait of some of the Americans who have opted for freedom from the utility grid.

Poly9 reportedly snatched up by Apple. Is a Google Maps competitor on the way?

Poly9, a digital mapping company based in Canada, has been purchased by Apple, according to several sources. Could Poly9 be a new weapon in the ongoing arms race between Apple and Google?

Top five online 'Easter eggs'

Google and others embed 'Easter eggs' for times when web users are in the mood for diversion.

Google Maps rolls out trail and street directions for cyclists

A new layer on Google Maps will let cyclists access maps of 150 cities around the US. It's a bike geek's dream come true.

Optimize the value of your commute

Google rep suggests Buzz backlash was unexpected

Not everyone is in love with Google Buzz. Did Google take too long to acknowledge the platform's shortcomings?

Google Buzz rolled out for Android, Apple iPhone

Among the features on the mobile version of Google Buzz is an extra layer of Google Maps, which lets you see the locations of nearby friends.

Google scores with Paris Super Bowl ad

Google aired its first-ever Super Bowl ad last night. Are there more smart Google spots to come?