Google appears ready to bring its powerful AI image tool, Nano Banana, into one of its most widely used products. The company is preparing to add the feature directly inside Google Maps, a move that could change how users interact with real-world locations in the app.
Nano Banana has quickly gained attention as one of the strongest AI image generators and editors available today. Now, Google seems eager to expand its reach. According to findings from Android Authority, the latest version of Google Maps includes code strings that reference Nano Banana. These strings suggest the feature is already in development.
At first glance, the idea may sound unusual. After all, Google Maps focuses on navigation and location data. However, the planned integration appears to center around Street View. Users may soon be able to generate AI images based on real places shown inside Street View.
In simple terms, Nano Banana could allow users to transform real-world locations into stylized images. For example, someone could take a Street View scene and apply a creative prompt to it. The AI would then recreate that location in a completely new visual style. This could range from artistic themes to playful reinterpretations.
Still, it remains unclear how popular the feature will become. On one hand, this could turn into a niche tool that few people use. On the other hand, it might offer a fun and creative way to reimagine familiar places.
Because the supporting code already exists in the latest Google Maps version, the rollout may not be far away. Google has not officially announced the feature yet. However, the groundwork appears to be in place.
