Google adds Messaging functionality to Google Maps

A screenshot posted by Reddit member sanju2cool (via BGR) reveals that Google has rolled out a new messages feature for the Android version...

A screenshot posted by Reddit member sanju2cool (via BGR) reveals that Google has rolled out a new messages feature for the Android version of Google Maps. The Messages tab allows Map users to engage in IM conversations with businesses. It isn't clear how many companies are taking advantage of this new feature yet. When we tapped on the Messages listing in the Google Maps settings, a page comes up that says users can contact businesses by tapping the "Message" button on their Google page (see image at the top of this article).

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