Israel Matzav

Google Maps integrates Waze... but not in Israel

If you use Google maps on your Android or iOS device, you can now get Waze traffic reports integrated with your maps... but not in Israel.

The traffic tab of Google Maps' Android and iOS versions now incorporates real-time traffic incidents reports from Waze users.

"This means when Wazers report accidents, construction, road closures and more on Waze, the updates will also appear on the Google Maps app for Android and iOS in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, France, Germany, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Switzerland, UK and the US," Google said in its blog.

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Meanwhile, the Waze app for Android and iOS now supports Google Search, and Wazers will have access to even more search results when navigating. The Waze Map Editor now includes Google Street View and satellite imagery to build out the map and make it easier to correct map errors reported by the community. 

Yes, we're used to this sort of thing. Most of the technology developed in Israel is available abroad before it's available here. 

Labels: Google, Google Street View, Israeli high tech

posted by Carl in Jerusalem @ 7:50 PM