Some Google Maps users just lost a key feature for avoiding crowds

Google Maps has been displaying popular times to inform users about the busyness of a destination. Recently, some users have noticed that the popular times feature has disappeared from the Google Maps Android app. It remains uncertain whether this is due to an error, a deliberate change, or if Google is simply relocating the information.

For those using Google Maps solely to navigate from point A to point B, they are missing out on a wealth of features. Besides providing helpful tools for discovering new places, the Maps app also enables users to plan their journeys to avoid the busiest times of the day. However, some users are experiencing difficulties viewing popular times in the Maps app.

Google gathers location data from Maps users to generate the bar graph that depicts popular times for various destinations. Apart from offering a general overview of the best time to visit a location, the feature also provides a real-time view of the crowds, equipping users with valuable information to plan their trips more efficiently.