Google is now working on a Google Maps feature that will allow users to avoid the sun on their route if they choose.
In dismantling the Google Maps APK To Android Authority, it has been discovered that the “prefer tint” switch is currently under development and the lines are listed in the build what it should do.
Judging by the code, it looks like Google is also allowing users to navigate to sunny locations, which likely means the software is not only designed to guide people to shadier locations, but could also help users choose paths with more sun to keep them warm. For example, one of the lines indicates the number of minutes spent in sunlight.
How Android Police As mentioned, there will be a “Prefer Shade” toggle that will be located in the “Trip Options” menu and available in the navigation interface. When up and running, it will sit underneath existing switches for wheelchair accessible tracks or ferry bypasses.
Although it is not yet known how Google will implement this feature, Android authority suggests LiDAR scanning could be used for tracking cloud patterns. Given the amount of satellite data Google receives to power Google Maps, it can also be used to track cloud structure.
In addition to this new feature, Google also announced updates to Maps, including improved Gemini integration that makes it easier to understand complex commands such as setting reminders for future events using Google Calendar in Google Maps.
Android Police also notes that Google Maps is working on a power saving mode that will save battery power by effectively eliminating color in Cards. Google recently implemented similar power saving updates. setting always-on display determine the moment it turns off using a proximity sensor.
Source: Android authority, Android Police
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