Google LLC

10/31/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/31/2024 08:36

New road reporting features coming to Waze

On Waze, you can already report a range of incidents, including traffic, potholes, construction and more. Now we're introducing a new Conversational Reporting feature to make this safer and easier. Say you're cruising down the highway and spot a sudden slowdown. All you need to do is tap the reporting button and speak naturally, as if you're chatting with a friend: "Looks like there are cars jammed up ahead!" With the help of Gemini capabilities, Waze will understand what you're saying and quickly add a real-time report to the map for you - no need to use a specific voice command or tap extra buttons.

Waze will even ask you a follow-up question when it needs more information or details. If you let Waze know there's something up ahead, it may ask "Can you describe what you see?" After sharing more information - like that you see a trash can on the road - Waze can categorize the report, helping other drivers be aware and avoid the hazard.