Thursday, August 8, 2013

Google Maps adds promoted search results on iOS and Android


Google is beginning to build ads into its Maps search results on iOS and Android. Starting today, when users search for general business types — such as a convenience store or a gardening shop — their very first result may be a business that's paid to be lifted to the top. Such results will be clearly marked with a small "Ad" label, but they'll otherwise operate just like a Maps search result normally would: swiping up on one will display more information about the company, and give users a quick way to call the business or get directions to its store.


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via The Verge - All Posts http://www.theverge.com/2013/8/8/4602828/google-maps-search-result-ads-ios-android-apps

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