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Google Maps to get sneaky new feature that hides your travel activity

December 13, 2023

Via: Mashable

If you’re ever worried about your friends constantly checking your location in the same way they check what you’re listening to on Spotify (yes, I’m okay, please stop asking), Google has got you covered.

The company announced in a blog post on Tuesday that it’s updating Google Maps to give users more control over their privacy.

The blue dot on Google Maps, which indicates a user’s location, will now offer quick access to key location controls. Users can easily check if their Location History or Timeline settings are on —and whether Maps has access to their device’s location.

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