It is reported that Google Maps is developing a chat robot, but the specific purpose is unknown.

CTOnews.com, Nov. 8, Google Maps App will usher in a series of feature updates last time, including new artificial intelligence (AI) features, navigation improvements, and so on. However, Google has not stopped, and the latest news shows that Google Maps is developing a chat robot.

The ▲ source AndroidAuthorityAndroidAuthority website has found new code in the Google Maps v11.105 beta installation package, and these strings indicate that the "convo_contribs" function is related to chatbots. However, the AI function is not mentioned here, and it is difficult to predict the specific application of the chat robot. The website has asked Google officials about the situation and has not yet received a reply.

As previously reported by CTOnews.com, Google highlighted in a blog post new features and changes to maps that will be launched in the coming months. It is said that the new version of Google Maps will be combined with AI to bring users more accurate search results. It will also display the results based on pictures shared by other users. Google said the results were based on billions of photos analyzed by the Google Maps community.

▲ Google Maps is also expanding Lens (formerly known as Real-time View search), which helps users locate based on their surroundings, using AR and AI to show the right path and help them find the right direction.

In addition, Google will use AI to expand its support for speed limit information to help drivers maintain the correct speed. Both features will be available on Android, iOS and Google-enabled cars in the coming months.