Google Maps tests new pop-up ads that give you an unnecessary detour
Google Maps tests new pop-up ads that give you an unnecessary detour
Google Maps is testing a new ad format that gives users the option to add a stop for a sponsored location during navigation.
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How does one of the largest and richest Sillicon Valley companies of all time still resort to this type of behavior?
If it was a fledgling startup that desperately needed the money or else they went bankrupt then I would understand. But google?
10 0 ReplyWhy wouldn't they? "Enough" is not in their vocabulary. Why not make even more money? What're you gonna do, stop using Google Maps?
9 0 ReplyWhat're you gonna do, stop using Google Maps?
Yes.
1 0 ReplyYes obviously some people might. The vast majority will not.
2 0 ReplyBecause, they don't know they can. With alternatives based like Open street maps.
1 0 ReplyI mean a cursory search on the app store will reveal these alternatives.
It's certainly partly because of that but much more so because they don't care and can't be bothered to change.
1 0 ReplyA mix of that and also tech literacy. Most people don't even know you have some choice in web browsers.
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Line has to go up is the answer. So must find ways to make more money.
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