Google Maps embraces Uber and other services with dedicated ride-sharing tab

Google Maps is making it easier to get an Uber headed uptown on Android and iOS. In the coming days, Android users will see a new tab in the Android app with ride-sharing information when searching for directions. The new functionality will roll out to iOS “very soon,” according to Google.
The tab currently works in the United States and globally with Uber, as well as various companies in other countries, including 99Taxis (Brazil), Ola Cabs (India), Hailo (U.K. and Spain), mytaxi (