Google Maps on Android Refuses to Rotate, Leaving Users Going in Circles
Android users are reporting a frustrating bug in Google Maps that prevents the app from rotating to match their direction of travel. Instead, the map remains stubbornly fixed in a north-up orientation, even with the "Keep the north up" setting disabled.
This issue, plaguing users for months across various Android devices, makes navigating, especially on foot, incredibly difficult. Users are forced to manually manipulate the map to understand their surroundings, turning a simple walk into a frustrating puzzle.
Despite numerous complaints on platforms like Reddit and Google's own forums, Google has yet to officially acknowledge the problem.
Some users found temporary relief by uninstalling recent Google Maps updates and reverting to the factory version. However, this workaround doesn't work for everyone, and some have reported crashes with the older version. Another option is to hunt down and install an older APK of the app, but this requires more technical know-how.
Adding insult to injury, the rotation feature seems to be working perfectly fine on iOS devices, leaving Android users feeling left behind.
While we hope for a speedy resolution from Google, Android users are left to navigate with a less-than-ideal Maps experience. The best course of action for now is to be cautious with updates or consider temporarily using alternative navigation apps.