Google Maps’ ‘For You’ tab comes to iPhones and a whole lot more countries
The personalized recommendations tool will be available in 130 countries on Android and 40 on iOS devices.
Topic: Mobile app
Google shutting down Allo, where Google Assistant made its debut
The company is investing in Duo and Android Messages, where it says it's seeing consumer traction.
Google releases improved GMB app: Now much more than a local listings management tool
GMB is becoming a customer relationship management and "engagement" platform.
Bing app’s Camera Intelligent Search can solve complex math problems in a snap
With the new "math mode" in Bing's Camera Intelligent Search feature in the iOS app, Bing can solve complex math problems for you with the snap of a picture.
Cameos on Google: How famous people get their video answers into Google search
With new iOS app, celebrities answer questions in short videos that then appear in search results.
Google to yank advertisers’ option to exclude all mobile apps from display campaigns
It will not be possible to use adsenseformobileapps.com or other controls to keep mobile Display ads from showing on all apps, including interstitial ads.
Google Assistant gets more helpful
The Google Assistant app now offers a new visual overview of your day, with proactive suggestions and personalized information.
Google Maps begins rolling out new explore features announced last month
The new Google Maps features are rolling out worldwide now, so go get them.
Bing Ads app gets multi-user access to toggle between accounts & ability to add funds
Quickly navigate between multiple accounts, get actionable insights and add funds to prepay accounts on the go.
Bing visual search adds support for your camera and photos
Bing unlocks new intelligent visual search features within the Bing app for iOS and Android.
Ask the SMXpert: SEO markup and structured data
Looking for insights into newer markup options and advanced structured data? SMXpert Alexis Sanders shares additional pointers to help you refine, update and optimize your content.
The new and AI-improved Google News now available for iPhone and iPad
Google News redesign in more than 120 countries on the web, Android and iOS.
Google Maps redesigns ‘Explore’ tab, launches ‘Your match,’ ‘Group planning’ and ‘For you’ section
Google Maps has announced a whole set of new features at Google I/O around their mapping product.
Google is extending Search capabilities to iMessage and other browser apps on iOS
New extensions bring the search engine into more apps on iOS.
Google Maps adds mall directory search & browse in local panel
Google adds a new tab to the local panel in the search results named "directory."
SearchCap: Google Images changes, Google Maps iOS app update & SEO ROI
Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the web. From Search Engine Land: Google Image Search removes View Image button and Search by Image featureFeb 15, 2018 by Barry Schwartz After making a deal with Getty Images, Google has revamped some of their image […]
Google Maps for iOS catches up with Android version, adds driving directions, transit info & explore nearby
A year after bringing real-time information within Google Maps for Android, Google has now released it for iOS devices.
AdWords Express launches notifications for calls from search ads
Advertisers can now rate calls and be notified of missed calls.
SearchCap: Mobile app SEO & Google pictures
Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the web. From Search Engine Land: Four new search trends in mobile app discoveryFeb 2, 2018 by Brian Solis Consumers are searching for helpful apps and downloading what best meets their needs. Contributor Brian Solis discusses what […]
Google adds keyword functionality to the AdWords app
Advertisers can make more on-the-go changes.
SearchCap: Google algorithmic update, SEO reviews & mobile apps
Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the web. From Search Engine Land: Google confirms mid-December search ranking algorithm updateDec 20, 2017 by Michelle Robbins As the update continues to roll out, early indications suggest disruptions in mobile SERPs, sites with no schema data […]
SearchCap: Google’s SEO guide, Microsoft outings app & data SEO
Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the web. From Search Engine Land: Google revamps its SEO Starter GuideDec 12, 2017 by Barry Schwartz This is the first update of the SEO starter guide in several years. A balanced approach to data-driven SEODec 12, […]
Microsoft’s new Outings app aims to help travelers find their next destinations
Developed for both iOS and Android platforms, the app was designed by the Microsoft Garage Project.
Google book search now includes audiobook results
Search results will show books available on audiobook apps.
Google aims to make apps for Google Assistant more functional and discoverable
It also enables users to start a task on Google Home and complete it on a smartphone.
Facebook Local is the social network’s stab at Yelp, Foursquare
Facebook’s new app lets people find nearby things to do and places to go.
Oculus looks to improve VR app discovery with content-based search
Oculus will roll out content-based app search for Gear VR and options for developers to promote app events, announcements.
Google iOS app now makes related content suggestions
An expandable carousel at the bottom of the page will show related stories and content pages.
Google adds trending searches and instant answers to iOS app
Google adds previously introduced Android search capabilities to iOS app.
Google Maps Android app adds ‘find parking’ feature to show you nearest parking garage
Starting today, Google Maps users can tap the “find parking” button on the Android app to see a list of parking garages and lots in 25 US cities.
Pinterest now lets people zoom in on pins, has redesigned visual search icon
Users no longer have to be signed in to Pinterest to use its visual search Chrome extension.
Google is testing a new lightweight search app for slow internet networks
Check out the experimental version of a Google search app designed for slower internet connections that Google is currently testing.
Latest Gboard iPhone updates include access to Maps, YouTube & a new drawing feature
Gboard also now supports Arabic, Hebrew and Farsi languages.
Google adds new SOS Alerts to search and Maps as part of its crisis response features
For search, the alerts will display at the top of results related to the incident or crisis location. In maps, there will be a tappable card with relevant details.
Bing Ads Editor updates: Bulk edit & copy multiple campaigns, manage device & radius targets
The latest version of Bing Ads Editor features several new usability improvements.
Pinterest’s Lens update adds a Snapchat-style look and a fashion sense
Pinterest is making its image-scanning visual search tool easier to use and more useful for outfit ideas.
Report: Google planning to bring its Assistant to the iPhone
Google also expected to announce integration of the Assistant into GE appliances.
Google shortcuts use personalization and rich content to build next-gen local discovery tool
Machine learning-driven results entirely bypass the traditional search box.
Google iOS app gets new local search filters, more AMP support & Gboard access
The latest update is part of version 23.0 for the Google iOS app.
SearchCap: Google featured snippets and ask box, link building & more
Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the web. From Search Engine Land: Google featured snippets now often followed by the ‘people also ask’ boxFeb 14, 2017 by Barry Schwartz The “People also ask” gets more frequent and prominent placement in Google. Want to […]