Search giant Google has reportedly introduced a new feature in Google Maps which tells users about the availability of parking spaces.

The new feature on Google Maps shows the status of parking availability at the destination that user has searched for in the Google Maps. Some users have reported that they can already see this status of parking availability in Google Map. The screenshots of the feature shared show parking availability as a small rounded 'P' icon. It shows up next to the travel duration in the Google Maps app. It is said to show in three levels: Limited, Medium and Easy.

the parking availability so far is shown only for public places like malls and airports etc. So far it is not clear if the feature will only be US-centric or rolled out globally. Besides giving parking information, the Maps app is also liely to get 'Keep map north up' feature, which is said to be a replacement of 'Tilt map'. The feature is expected to launch navigation mode with the map's compass pointed towards North. Disabling the app would lead to free map rotation with navigation.Recently, Google rolled out an update with Uber integration. The users can request an Uber ride directly from the Maps app. Not just that, users can check when the driver is en route to the pickup location, contact the driver and monitor trip status from Google Maps itself.The recent update is designed to save users the hassle of switching back and forth between Uber and Google Maps. To get started, users have to get to the 'ride services' menu in the app. They'll then see a list of all service providers as well as detailed ride options. They'll also be able to see any special offers or promotions that are running.

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