Top Google Maps Feature Goes Missing As Users Are Getting the Biggest Update in a Decade

A widely used Google Maps feature has gone missing for some users, according to reports that the “popular times” graphs no longer appear in the app. The Popular Times view, introduced during the health crisis six years ago, lets users gauge when locations are busiest or least crowded, helping people plan trips. Multiple users said the graph disappeared last week, with some confirming the issue on Reddit even after updating, including on a Google Pixel with the latest version. The feature’s sudden disappearance has led to speculation that Google removed it intentionally, though the company has not commented. A support engineer asked for more details to investigate. Separately, Google’s immersive navigation update is rolling out in stages in the United States, but there’s no global ETA.