Google Maps tests new pop-up ads that give you an unnecessary detour (Update)
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Google Maps is testing a new ad format that gives users the option to add a stop for a sponsored location during navigation.
  • Luci@lemmy.caEnglish
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    2 years ago

    Is it too much to ask for an app that just does one single thing. Everything doesn’t need to be an advertising platform.

    • EtherWhack@lemmy.worldEnglish
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      2 years ago

      With gmaps constantly suggesting off-ramp->on-ramp detours at over/underpasses to help you shorten your eta by 1 minute increase merging traffic, I doubt they would have any ethical hesitancy behind it.

      Honestly, I imagine they may already have a deal (possibly under the table) with clearchannel and the likes.