Might as well earn some points and help people find cool stuff. Photo: Google

Google Maps offers a ton of local info when you use the navigation system on your Android or Apple smartphone, including local businesses, eateries, or interesting spots.

The company is expanding its Local Guides program in Google Maps, which will let you share your own discoveries directly to the map, making it more useful for others as well as competing with Yelp, which has a similar service.

But wait, there’s more. With every bit of local expertise you share with Google Maps through the Local Guides program, you’ll get points.

LG is working hard to get Marshmallow out quickly. Photo: LG

After making its G4 the first third-party smartphone to get a Marshmallow update, LG will rollout Android 6.0 to last year’s G3 next month. Users can expect to see it around mid-December, but like all big Android updates, it will take a while to reach all users.

Google Photos becomes even more useful! Photo: Google

Google is rolling out a new Google Photos update for Android that includes a number of new features that can help you free up storage space on your smartphone or tablet. Users will find a new “Free Up Space” button in the Settings menu that lets you bulk-delete photos that you’ve already backed up.

Make your TV smart with the Chromebit. Photo: ASUS

If you have only basic computing needs, you might not need a pricey laptop or a powerful desktop. For just $85, you can now turn any old monitor or TV into a personal computer powered by Google’s excellent Chrome OS, thanks to the new ASUS Chromebit stick.

Yes, Google has another music streaming service. Photo: Google

YouTube Music has arrived on Android and iOS, and it promises to make it easier than ever to discover new music on YouTube. Simply hit play and enjoy an endless journey through the platform’s entire music catalog, or check out YouTube’s recommendations based on your listening habits.