Gemini API Update: Simultaneous Google Search and Maps Tool Integration
_philschmid · x · 2026-08-13
Google has shipped a practical update for the Gemini API, allowing developers to combine Google Maps and Google Search tools within the exact same API call.
This improvement significantly lowers the barrier for developing location-based applications. Furthermore, developers can seamlessly integrate custom functions or MCP servers into the same call, expanding the tooling capabilities for agents.
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