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Google Maps tests AI-powered food ordering to rival Uber Eats

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from TechRadar ·

Code in the latest Google Maps Android app reveals an AI-driven food ordering feature. Users could order directly from restaurants within Maps, bypassing third-party delivery apps. The feature is not yet live, but signals Google's push into food delivery.

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This is a logical extension of Google's local search dominance, but success depends on restaurant partnerships and user adoption.
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Google Maps may soon be able to replace Uber Eats and DoorDash by letting you order food from restaurants right in the app →
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