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Google Maps — How It Knows There’s Traffic Ahead (and Why That Coffee Shop Found You)

Posted on January 31, 2026January 2, 2026 by cynmackley

Let’s talk about how Google Maps works, how it’s also an advertising tool, and how it keeps track of where you go — in plain English, without assuming the government is hiding in your glove box.

Posted in Android, Computer Terms, Security HelpTagged android, google, Google Maps, Location privacyLeave a comment

Google: More Than a Search Box (A Beginner’s Guide to the Giant Running Your Digital Life)

Posted on January 4, 2026January 3, 2026 by cynmackley

What is Google really? We'll go deep to explain how the tech giant is involved in every part of your life.

Posted in Android, Cloud Storage, Computer Terms, In The NewsTagged android, google, Google Maps, privacy, youtube1 Comment

Synching with Chrome

Posted on August 24, 2021August 9, 2021 by cynmackley

Learn how to take your Chrome and Google settings with you to any device.

Posted in E-Mail Help, I've Always Wanted To Know..., Uncategorized, Using The InternetTagged browsers, chrome, gmail, google, Google Chrome, google drive, Google Maps, sync, youtubeLeave a comment

Street View Treks: Pyramids Of Giza

Posted on August 1, 2021July 21, 2021 by cynmackley

Would you like to tour the pyramids? Walk through the streets of Giza? Learn the history of the ancient world? Well now you can with Google's Street View Treks.

Posted in Cool SitesTagged ancient world, google, Google Maps, interactive travel, Pyramids of Giza, Street View Treks, wonders of the world

Top Apps For Apple Watch

Posted on April 25, 2016 by cynmackley

Check out the top apps you need to try out for your Apple Watch.

Posted in App Reviews, iOSTagged Apple Watch apps, dark sky, Google Maps, humans, Nike RunLeave a comment

Clearing Google Maps

Posted on April 11, 2016 by cynmackley

If you're bugged by Google Maps instant results, here's how to turn them off.

Posted in Computer Terms, Cool Sites, Desktop Enhancement, GPS, I've Always Wanted To Know..., Uncategorized, Using The InternetTagged Google Maps, instant results3 Comments

The Fastest Way To Run Google Maps

Posted on December 16, 2015 by cynmackley

A nifty Google maps trick to help conserve your data plan.

Posted in Using The InternetTagged apps, Google Maps, Google Maps lite mode, saving data1 Comment

Stratocam

Posted on November 24, 2015 by cynmackley

Enjoy the best Google Maps satellite imagery around the world.

Posted in Cool SitesTagged Google Maps, maps, satellite imagery, stratocamLeave a comment

Google Maps Now Has Real-Time Transit Help

Posted on June 13, 2015 by cynmackley

Google Maps will now track the real-time arrival of public transportation in cities around the world.

Posted in Android, App Reviews, iOSTagged apps, Google Maps, public transportation, smartphones, transportationLeave a comment

Street View Treks: Venice

Posted on December 12, 2013 by cynmackley

Visit the streets of Venice from your computer chair with Google Maps Street View Treks.

Posted in Cool SitesTagged adventure, Art, canal, exploration, gondola, Google Maps, Google Maps Street View Treks, History, romance, Street View Treks, VeniceLeave a comment

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