Google Maps, updated with a power-saving mode, brings a new helpful feature for Pixel 10 users during long trips. The mode provides a simple screen that uses less power while clearly displaying only the most important navigation details.
It created this feature to help users save battery life easily and travel with fewer charging worries during everyday driving situations.
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Google Maps updated with power-saving mode features
Google Maps updated with a power-saving mode, brings a clean layout. This mode starts when users press the power button. The screen then changes into a simple black-and-white design. The design removes extra elements that usually waste power quickly. This helps the phone stay active longer during long drives.
The mode keeps only useful driving information visible. It shows the next turn clearly at the top. The system status bar remains visible always. The map layer becomes very basic and easy.
The bottom area shows clear route information only. Google Assistant or Gemini buttons are removed completely. Floating action buttons are removed as well. On-screen speed information is also removed fully. Extra left or right menu buttons are removed, too.
Google says the mode can save four hours. These results depend on brightness and driving conditions. The tests used Pixel 10 devices in California. The brightness was always set to ninety percent. Adaptive brightness was turned off fully during tests.
The feature works only with driving navigation. It does not support cycling or walking modes. The screen must stay in portrait orientation. Landscape mode does not support this feature.
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Google Maps updated with power-saving mode usage guide
Google Maps, updated with power-saving mode, is enabled automatically. Pixel 10 devices receive this feature through a server update. Users do not need to install anything manually for it.
To use the mode, users start driving navigation normally. Pressing the power button activates the low-power layout instantly.
Pressing the button again returns the normal layout. Tapping the screen also brings back normal navigation. The mode turns off automatically at the destination.
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Key functions include:
- Switch layout quickly using the power button.
- Keep important driving details visible and clear always.
- Remove extra buttons for better battery use.
- Return to normal with one tap instantly.
Google Maps updated with power-saving mode settings options
Google Maps updated with a power-saving mode that can be disabled. Users can find this option inside their navigation settings. The steps are simple and easy for everyone.
Steps to manage the feature:
- Open Google Maps on the Pixel phone.
- Tap the profile picture at the top.
- Go to Settings and then Navigation.
- Scroll to driving options near the bottom.
- Turn the power saving mode on or off.
These options give users full control anytime.
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The Final Words
Google Maps updated with power saving mode gives Pixel 10 users a smart battery-saving tool for long driving trips. The simple black-and-white layout reduces power use effectively.
The feature stays easy to manage, quick to activate, and very helpful during daily navigation. It ensures drivers can enjoy longer usage, fewer distractions, and a much calmer navigation experience everywhere.
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