The early CloudCar example runs on a very simple interface with options like Google Maps navigation, media playback and Google contacts on the left.

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Indeed, location is no longer a service, like maps or navigation, but is increasingly an enabler of new product experiences .

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Also unsurprisingly lacking on both operating systems is strong support for Google web services such as Maps with navigation, Google Voice and Google Drive.

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