Ask Gemini what's for dinner
Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

Ask Gemini what's for dinner

B1IntermediateNovember 5, 20269 min
  • Technology

Hungry on the road? Gemini is now built into Google Maps, and it's rolling out to Apple CarPlay, so you can ask for a restaurant hands-free. Plus, you can chat with ChatGPT through CarPlay, and AI can audit a car quote for hidden fees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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You're driving, you're starving, but you're not about to type into your phone at 70 miles an hour. You don't have to. Just ask your map for help.

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Google Maps now has Gemini AI built in. Start your route, then say, hey Google, or tap the little Gemini Sparkle. Ask find a cheap restaurant on my route with easy parking. Then keep talking, like you would with a friend in the passenger seat.

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Ask what's good on the menu, then say, take me there. This works on iPhones and Androids, and it's rolling out to Apple CarPlay now, so update the Google Maps app first. You can also ask about EV chargers, parking, or what's slowing down traffic.

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