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submitted 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) by flop_leash_973@lemmy.world to c/technology@lemmy.world

Jesus, that is a gross way to inject advertising into turn-by-turn navigation.

Edit/update from 9to5google so this post does not spread what is apparently inaccurate information: https://9to5google.com/2024/07/08/google-maps-pop-up-quick-detour-ad/

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[–] blind3rdeye@lemm.ee 2 points 2 years ago (1 child)

I'm sure congestion info on the maps is valued by some, but not all. Many people just use maps to navigate unfamiliar places.

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[–] suction@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago

Then using Google maps is the worst choice. It will algorithmically guide you into the lake

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