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A former Google Maps UX researcher has shed light on the company’s decision not to include a “scenic route” option in its navigation app, citing potential bias against low-income areas. The thinking of Google engineers in designing a product less useful for consumers is a clear reflection of corporate DEI policies.
The reason Google Maps sent you down a 'low-income' route and you got mugged is because a group of Google Engineers decided we needed to redistribute your money according to their desires.According to Klimes, the inclusion of these variables could potentially introduce an inherent bias into the system, predominantly directing users through high-income areas due to the prevalence of features such as beautiful architecture or tree-lined streets.
This is actually mind blowing. Google maps doesn’t have a scenic route option because of DEI. And people wonder why Google is getting crushed and all their products are garbageInstead of introducing features that users want, Google has worked to integrate generative AI into its Maps app. The company has also introduced a new feature that analyzes reviews of EV charging stations to better direct users.
Google faces increasing competition from Apple, which is working to make its own Maps app more appealing to hiking enthusiasts. With the upcoming release of iOS 18, Apple Maps will allow users to create and save trail routes with turn-by-turn directions, as well as download them for offline viewing. The app will also support popular trails at all 63 U.S. National Parks.
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