{
  "id": 16531590,
  "title": "I've used Google Maps for years, but these 6 features make me wonder what else I've missed",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/25/ive-used-google-maps-for-years-but-these-6-features-make-me-wonder",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-25T23:00:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "XDA Developers",
    "slug": "xda-developers",
    "url": "https://www.xda-developers.com/used-google-maps-for-years-but-these-settings-make-me-wonder-what-else-ive-missed/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "If you use Google Maps, you're probably familiar with its basic features. But there are several lesser-known functionalities that can enhance your experience and make you wonder what else you've been missing out on.\n\nOne such feature is Lists. Similar to the way you save places in your favorites, wants to go, or starred places, you can create custom Lists to group places you frequently visit or want to visit. You can categorize your Lists by restaurants, coffee shops, or places you plan to visit on an upcoming trip. You can even add notes to individual places and share Lists with others.\n\nAnother handy feature is the Arrive by option. Instead of figuring out when to leave on your own, you can set the time you need to arrive at your destination, and Google Maps will calculate the best time for you to leave based on current traffic conditions. This eliminates the guesswork and helps you plan your journey more efficiently.\n\nAdditionally, Google Maps offers the Popular Times feature, which helps you avoid crowded places. By analyzing aggregated, anonymized location data from users, it provides insights into when a place is typically busiest and whether it's a good time to visit. This feature can save you from wasting time navigating through crowds and help you enjoy your visit to the fullest.",
  "summary": "How can you use an app for years and still not know it?",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/25/dont-miss-your-chance-to-get-lifetime-microsoft-office-pro-2021-for-28",
        "published": "2026-10-25T22:00:00.000Z"
      }
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}