Google Maps updates default voice to sound more natural, faces user backlash

Google Maps updates default voice to sound more natural, faces user backlash

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Google Maps recently updated its default voice for directions to a more natural-sounding one, utilizing its Gemini chatbot models. This change is part of Google's efforts to enhance the driving experience, but the new voice has received negative reactions from users.

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