Google Places Review
Posted 03/07/2011 at 1:34pm
| by Adam Berenstain
Looking for something to do, buy, or browse? With Google Places, you can search for services based on your location to find nearby matches on a map. The convenience flat-out rules—if Places can’t locate you precisely, it suggests nearby alternatives, and an editable list of common businesses (gas, restaurants, and more) lets you find everyday destinations quickly.

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After you arrive, let the world know how you feel by writing reviews and rating locations from one to five stars. They’ll help Google recommend the locations you’re most likely to enjoy, and other users’ reviews can steer you to new favorites. If you’re not feeling particularly judgmental, you can just tap a business’s icon to bring up its contact information, directions, and more.