Select “see more dates” and scroll through historical imagery of the location dating back to 2007.Tap anywhere on the image to find information about the place. “Starting today on Android and iOS globally, it’s now easier than ever to travel back in time right from your phone.” “Street View is all about capturing the world as it changes, and it’s also a powerful way to reminisce about the past,” said Ethan Russell, senior director of product management for Google Maps, in a blogpost. The feature was previously only available on the desktop version of Google Maps, but is now available on smartphones. Historical images captured by the cars have been assembled in a tool that shows how places have changed over time. While the real-life Delorean still can’t go back to the future, Google’s Street View vehicles can now transport us to the past.
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