By Michael Oleaga / m.oleaga@latinospost.com (staff@latinospost.com) | First Posted: Nov 01, 2013 05:28 PM EDT

Google Maps has issued an update for the mobile app service.

According to Google, Google Maps Version 2.4.3 included an improved hotel search function with sponsored rates. The update will also feature links to book with the hotel selected by the user.

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The latest Google Maps update also allows quick access to map and upcoming departures in transit directions preview.

The update also has general bug fixes, although Google Maps didn't specify on the mobile app.

With a file size of 10.7MB, the Google Maps update can be installed in iOS 6 and iOS 7 iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices.

The latest Google Maps update comes approximately two weeks after Version 2.3.4 launched. The update saw the support of the Arabic and Hebrew language and the a miniature version of the map service, which provides a preview of rote and traffic conditions before deciding to enter the full view mode.

The Google Maps update for iOS devices comes as Apple may still be improving their navigation app.

As Latinos Post reported, Apple may be seeking to improve their navigation app as the Cupertino-based organization agreed to purchase the online transit-navigation service HopStop Inc. and the Toronto-based location-data company Locationary.

To install the latest update to Google Maps for iOS, click here.

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