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Google Maps gets rid of another feature on Web

Users will now need to use the Google Maps app to access their Timelines.

Users who have chosen to turn Location History on (it’s off by default) will see Google Maps' Timeline saved directly on their device rather than the web, giving them even more control over their data. Timeline on device rolling out from r/Android According to an email sent to Android Police, users have until December 1, 2024, to be able to make the shift from the web version to the app. Another user feels that this would be a great move in terms of the overall experience using the Timeline feature on mobile,"it's not easy to navigate right now which is why I sometimes turn to the web, simple because it's faster and has more filtering options."

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