Google Maps recently decided to remove the Assistant Driving Mode feature on Android, which resulted in the loss of built-in support for music apps. Additionally, the playback bar that allowed users to play, pause, or skip music and podcasts within the app has been removed in the latest update. This change has sparked controversy among Android users, especially since the feature is still available on iOS devices. The reason behind this decision by Google remains unclear, leaving many users puzzled.
It is interesting to note that despite this setback, Google Maps has introduced new features such as a screenshot recognition tool and an AI-powered route finder in Europe. Despite these advancements, the removal of media playback controls has overshadowed these updates and drawn criticism from the Android community.
