Today Google updated its Maps for Android application to version 4.4. Google Maps 4.4 adds local search using a dedicated Places icon on your desktop. Places lets you search for nearby restaurants, coffee, bars, hotels, attractions, ATMs, Gas Stations, and more. Places supports voice search queries, and even specific place names. The included Place Pages support provides information on each location such as reviews, prices, hours, and more. Maps 4.4 supports Android 1.6 devices and newer and is available in the Android market. The update will come soon to BlackBerry.

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