Where Did "Ask Maps" Go? How a Quick App Update Brought It Back

My experience today… Last Saturday, I updated Google Maps and had access to the Ask Maps feature. However, today I noticed that Ask Maps had completely disappeared (as shown in the 1st image). Screenshot_2026-08-11-12-32-51-782_com.google.android.apps.maps1220×2712 543 KB When I checked the app store, I realized another update was available for Google Maps (2nd image). Screenshot_2026-08-11-12-33-26-767_com.android.vending1220×2712 250 KB After updating successfully and reopening the app, the Ask Maps feature returned (3rd image). Screenshot_2026-08-11-12-33-54-598_com.google.android.apps.maps