Google Maps can now write captions for your photos using AI
By Aisha Malik
Published on April 7, 2026.
Google is launching new features to make it easier for users to contribute local knowledge to the company's Maps. The Gemini tool, which analyses photos for sharing purposes, can create captions for photos and videos once users select them. Users can then edit or remove these captions. The new feature is available in English on iOS in the US and will be expanded globally and to Android in the coming months. In addition, Google has updated its achievement badges to identify high-level contributors. Total points earned for contributions will be displayed in the “Contribute” tab and "Local Guide” levels will be highlighted on profile pages.
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