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A faster, simpler Google Search app for iPhone

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(Cross posted on the  Official Google Blog ) Starting today, when you use  the Google Search app  on your iPhone, you�ll see a completely redesigned interface that gives you faster results, beautiful full-screen image search, and a simple way to access all your Google apps in one place.   Search by voice, by typing, or with your camera Get results, fast When you�re on the go, you usually want to get things done quickly. Autocompletion of search suggestions is significantly faster in this latest version of the app, bringing you search predictions instantly with each letter you type.  You'll also notice that results load faster, and checking out webpages is easy with the slide-in panel.  Quickly swipe back and forth between webpages and your search results, and swap between search modes like Images and Places with a swipeable menu. Finding text within a webpage is a snap as well; just try tapping the magnifying glass on the bottom menu option on any page. Ea...

Shop and travel smarter with Google Maps 6.7 for Android - now with Google Offers and indoor walking directions

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(Cross-posted on the Lat Long Blog ) Wherever you are, Google Maps for Android helps you get around and discover new places. Today with the 6.7 release we will help you find offers from nearby businesses in the U.S. -- everything from restaurants, to salons, to city tours. Also, we�ve added indoor walking directions in the U.S. and Japan, plus 360-degree interior photos of businesses, to help you intrepidly make your way indoors and out. Discover great offers near you Today, in the U.S. only, we�re launching a way to discover nearby Google Offers in Google Maps for Android . To see great deals near you, tap on �Maps� to open the dropdown menu and then tap on �Offers.� If you see something you like you can click on it to learn more. Some Google Offers can be purchased and saved for later while others are immediately available for free. With free Google Offers, press �Use now� to redeem instantly or �Save for later� for future use. You can also opt-in to receive notifications in the app...