As we all know from watching decades of sci-fi movies, once computers become sentient, it’s all over for humanity. Step one of that process (I’m guessing) is location-awareness, meaning the computer knows where it is.
So think long and hard before installing the newly updated Google Mobile app on your Windows Mobile phone. Because, you see, it’s location-aware. (Dunh-dunh-DUNHHHHH.)
Actually, it just enables you to get localized search results without having to type your location. Here’s the full rundown of new features:
My Location. Get local results without typing your location. Once you see the blue My Location dot with your current location below the search box, simply search for a local query, for example “italian restaurant”, and the search results will contain local business results along with web results.To protect your privacy, location is encrypted when sent to the server, and only your most recent location is stored so that successive searches can use the same location. You can disable My Location at any time in the “Advanced Options” screen.
Google Suggest. Reduce typing time by selecting suggestions to complete your queries. You will also see URL suggestions, which bring you directly to a web page, skipping the search results page entirely. Try typing “facebook” to see this kind of suggestion.
Search with Maps. If you have installed Google Maps, type a local query and wait for suggestions. Select the suggestion with the red pin next to it to launch your search inside Google Maps.
Definitely some nice amenities for the Windows Mobile crowd, who can download the new app by visiting m.google.com on their phones.
But if your handset suddenly starts sprouting Borg implants or whatnot, don’t say we didn’t warn you. [via jkOnTheRun]
