Google is notoriously slow and calculating about changing it the user interface of its services.
In fact, Google hasn't made any major changes to the look and feel of Google Maps since its launch in 2005.
On Friday, the company launched several refinements to Maps--the biggest changes to its look since launch. While you might not notice these changes immediately--unless you are a hardcore Google Maps user--they are designed to enhance the readability of the maps.
Notice how roads and names are called out more effectively in the new version.
As seen above, the thick street outlines that can make maps harder to read have been eliminated.
More: http://news.cnet.com/8301-13515_3-10382579-26.html
In fact, Google hasn't made any major changes to the look and feel of Google Maps since its launch in 2005.
On Friday, the company launched several refinements to Maps--the biggest changes to its look since launch. While you might not notice these changes immediately--unless you are a hardcore Google Maps user--they are designed to enhance the readability of the maps.
Notice how roads and names are called out more effectively in the new version.
As seen above, the thick street outlines that can make maps harder to read have been eliminated.
More: http://news.cnet.com/8301-13515_3-10382579-26.html