There, he ran the mobile apps lab before taking the role of director of Google Maps for mobile, where he oversees the Android and iOS versions of the iconic mapping app.

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Monetizing maps is absolutely crucial for Google as the Internet becomes mobile.

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We will continue to test Google Maps compatibility with other mobile browsers to ensure the best possible experience for users.

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We periodically test Google Maps compatibility with mobile browsers to make sure we deliver the best experience for those users.

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"We periodically test Google Maps compatibility with mobile browsers to make sure we deliver the best experience for those users, " the statement reads.

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On Friday, Google followed up with a blog post giving step-by-step directions to consumers for how to access a less robust version of Google Maps through Apple's mobile Web browser.

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The smart people who run Google are very aware of the importance of maps, and have positioned this as an important must-have tool for mobile users.

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