Waze introduces voice reporting feature for hazard alerts

Waze has introduced a new feature called "Conversational Reporting," allowing drivers to report hazards using their voice. This tool, powered by the AI model Gemini, enables users to flag issues like traffic jams and obstacles by simply speaking after tapping a button. The feature is currently available to "trusted testers" on Android and iOS, with plans for a broader rollout in multiple languages soon. Waze also announced the addition of school zone markings, which will alert users to these areas and is expected to be available globally by the end of the year. These updates come as Waze continues to enhance its app, following Google's introduction of a new planning feature for Maps that utilizes AI for user queries.