Google Maps can now write captions for your photos using AI | TechCrunch

Google is rolling out new features to make it easier for users to contribute local knowledge to Maps, the company announced on Tuesday. Most notably, Gemini can now create captions when users are looking to share a photo or video about a place. Once users select photos that they want to share, Gemini will analyze the images to create captions. Users can then choose to edit or remove the caption. The company says the new tool is designed to give users a head start on captions when sharing content. Caption suggestions are available now in English on iOS in the U.S., and will expand globally and to Android in the coming months, Google says. The company is also making it easier to find the right image for sharing with the community. If users turn on media access for Google Maps in their phone’s settings, they will see photos and videos from their recent experiences directly in the “Contribute” tab. From there, they can tap on a photo and post it. Image Credits:Google “Photos and videos you post help people better understand a place, like the overall vibe or the newest menu,” Google explained in a blog post. “Now, we’re making it easier to find the right image for sharing.” Photo and video recommendations are now available globally on iOS and Android. In addition, Google is making it easier for users to track the impact of their contributions, as they will now see total points earned displayed in the “Contribute” tab. Additionally, “Local Guide” levels will be highlighted on pr...