Google has released a new homepage shortcut feature for mobile devices at today’s Inside Search event in San Francisco. It’s available to iOS and Android customers and offers quick access to information on restaurants, coffee shops, bars and more, based on the user’s location.
To try it out, visit Google.com with mobile Safari. You’ll see four new icons along the bottom of the page: Restaurants, Coffee, Bars and More. Tap any one to see a map and a listing of results in your area. Scroll through the list to see each result’s location on the map as well as a brief description. Tap any result for a photo, customer reviews, star ratings from the likes of Trip Advisor and even a tap-able phone number.
It’s quite handy. Other result options include fast food, shops, ATMs and attractions. You’ll find these by tapping the More button.
[Via TechCrunch]
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