📸 From Photo to Itinerary
Google Maps has introduced an innovative feature that allows users to plan entire trips using just a screenshot. This AI-powered tool can identify up to five locations from an image and provide relevant information such as opening hours and directions. It’s particularly useful for those who save travel inspiration from platforms like Instagram or TikTok.
🔍 How It Works
- Access the “Screenshots” Tab: Within Google Maps, navigate to the new “Screenshots” section.
- Upload Your Image: Select a screenshot of a place you’d like to visit.
- AI Analysis: Google’s Gemini AI analyzes the image to identify locations.
- View Results: The app displays identified places on the map, complete with details like operating hours.
- Save for Later: You can save these locations for future reference or immediate planning.
Note: Ensure Google Maps has permission to access your photos for this feature to function.
📱 Availability
Currently, this feature is available exclusively for iOS users in the United States. Google plans to roll it out to Android devices from manufacturers like Samsung and Xiaomi in the near future. However, there’s no confirmed timeline for its release in other regions.
🧳 Why This Matters
This feature streamlines travel planning by eliminating the need to manually search for locations you’ve seen online. By leveraging AI, Google Maps transforms your saved images into actionable travel plans, making it easier to organize trips based on visual inspiration.
