Google today updated its Google Maps for iOS to version 1.1, marking the first update since the company launched its standalone app in mid-December after Apple replaced Google with its own default mapping app in iOS 6. The new update brings a few enhancements to Google Maps, including integration with Google Contacts addresses and easier searching of local businesses by category.What's New in Version 1.1 - Search your Google Contacts; sign in to have your saved addresses show up when you search for friends and family by name. - Quickly search for local places by selecting popular categories such as restaurants, bars, cafes, gas stations, etc. - Choose between Kilometers or Miles for your preferred distance units. - Note that some features may not be available in all countries.
