Future Technologies

It appears that Google is ready to deliver the updated Android version of Google Maps that it previewed at its I/O developers conference in May. As spotted by  Android Police , a major update for the app has  appeared in the Google Play store , sporting an overhauled interface and new discovery features. The update doesn't seem to be appearing on devices yet, but Google promises it "will be gradually rolling out to  Android  4.0.3+ users over the next few weeks." Besides a cleaner design with more lively colors, the interface delivers enhanced navigational features, including "live traffic updates, incident reports, and dynamic rerouting." The update also includes an Foursquare-like Explore function designed to help users browse and discover local restaurants, bars, shops, and hotels. While the update sports features Google would have picked up with its $1.1 billion acquisition Waze last month, that deal is likely too recent to have allowed en...