Google has updated its mobile search in the United States to allow users to search for companies that are open when they are searching.
The “Open Now” feature applies when people are searching for particular businesses, such as “Pizza San Francisco”. Google will give the user the option of showing only businesses that are open at the time of the search.
“Other local search options available globally include filtering by star ratings (find a highly-rated restaurant for your first date) and by distance (especially handy when you’re on foot),” Google said.
The company said it would add images, reviews and bigger buttons for viewing maps or calling businesses directly from their listings.
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