Google Maps already a wealth of useful features for users. Besides people where they are, it plans routes, real-time spoken directions, street views, traffic and footfall information, restaurant reviews and a whole lot more. Google has just its latest tool. Users can now on its Air Quality Index (AQI) before heading out for a bike ride, picnic, camping trip or hike. Google's products blog : "When you're a new place or planning outdoor activities, it can helpful to know the air quality conditions - like whether it's unusually smoggy." It that its new AQI is, "a measure of how healthy (or unhealthy) the air , along with guidance for outdoor activities."
The new feature a "layer" on Google Maps. To it, users tap on the "Layers" icon in the top right corner of the screen. This is the same button for the satellite or street view modes. Users will the new option to see air quality information on their map. Google said: "We closely with partners in the weather and air quality space to surface helpful and authoritative information when you it most....We hope these tools help you feel safe and informed so you can the summer." The AQI will also updated information on the health impact of the air quality. In addition, there is a "wildfires near me" feature to , update and people on the status of fires.
