( CNN ) -- Google Maps are getting personal . The next version of the widely used maps tool , previewed on Wednesday at the Google I/O conference in San Francisco , will soon have a different look and some splashy new features including displays of real-time accidents and personalized recommendations . The new Maps is only in beta , but people interested in testing it can sign up for an invitation at google.com/maps/preview . Here 's a closer look at the new upgrades : . Customized maps . Each click subtly alters the map so it displays more personalized information , highlighting things that are relevant specifically to the person searching and what they 're looking for . Click on a sandwich shop and a box appears showing details such as reviews from Zagat and your friends . Related eateries nearby pop up on the map . Using your search history , reviews and network of friends , Google makes recommendations of places it thinks you will enjoy . The more you use the map , the more data it collects for these types of recommendations . Google is also adding offers for companies like Starbucks , so when you look up where the nearest coffee shop is you can stumble into a coupon for $ 2 off your next Frappuccino . Smarter navigation . Navigation has always been one of Google Maps ' strong points , particularly when it comes to alternative forms of transportation like public transit and biking . A collection of navigation improvements focus on finding the best , speediest route to a destination in real time . Not sure if you should bike , drive or take a train ? Maps has a new schedule viewer that lines up all the options to help you decide . It will no longer be necessary to do a search for a start or end address -- you can click on the map and instantly see the driving routes . Car accidents will appear on the map in real time . Live updates on road conditions have been popular with drivers , as we 've seen with Waze , a popular navigation app that crowd sources road information . Google will also add dynamic rerouting , automatically finding an alternate route that avoids traffic-slowing incidents . Graphic redesign . The redesigned Maps will let Google 's sleek-looking maps and vast library of photos shine . Text takes a back seat in this version . Images from Google Street View , user-submitted photos and fun Google projects like underwater view and interior 3-D tours are all highlighted , while the map itself fills the page . The final , neatest new feature is also the least practical . Zoom all the way out on Google Maps and you 'll see the Earth floating in space against a backdrop of stars . The cloud cover moving over the planet , as well as the position of the sun and stars , are all shown as they are in real time . Google Maps has clients that pay to use the maps data in their own products , like mobile apps and websites , often designing and creating their own unique offerings . The updates , along with other under-the-hood improvements , will be available to these more than 1 million products that use Google Maps data over the next few months .
Google Maps to roll out redesign with better navigation tools and a view from space . Incidents that might affect traffic will be shown on the map in real time . The maps will be personalized , showing custom information for each click .