Now book a cab directly from Google Maps

Though Google recently added features to book a cab from its map services, but users still had to go to the cab aggregator's app to finish the process. However, now with the latest update, Google is letting users book a ride directly from the navigations app.

With the latest update, you can book, complete and pay for a ride without leaving Google Maps, even if you don’t have the particular ride-hailing service provider’s app installed on your device. You just need to be registered with the platform and with your account, you can book an Uber ride, track your driver on the map, and connect with your driver—all from within the Google Maps app. Google will also provide destination details while en route.

The update is being rolled out to Google Maps on both iOS and Android.

In a blog post, Google said, "Last year, we introduced a new ride services mode to Google Maps as a convenient option for people to easily get where they need to go. Since then we’ve added a number of new ride service partners in the U.S. and worldwide. Today, we’re starting to roll out an updated ride services experience to make it even easier for you to book a ride directly from Google Maps, on both Android and iOS globally."

Meanwhile, Google isn’t the first one to offer the new services. Last year, Apple integrated this feature into Apple Maps that allowed iOS users to book Uber or Lyft cabs from within the map.