Maps' new update is also designed to help you beat the winter blues with a little help from Gemini. Just type in something like “fun winter activities in NYC” and let the ideas roll in. Once you find a spot that catches your eye, you can check for perks like free parking and get the lowdown from user reviews summarized with Gemini.

Google Maps now helps holiday shoppers find specific products, view prices, and get directions to stores with real-time inventory listings.

The new Maps update also makes it easier to track bus and rail delays and tells you the least busy times to visit local locations.