Since the release of iOS 15 in 2021, Apple Maps has been rolling out a more detailed map with custom-designed 3D landmarks in major cities around the world. This week, both the more detailed map and cycling directions went live in Paris. Image Credit: André Baev Apple says the updated experience provides richer detail for road markings, buildings, commercial districts, land cover, trees, elevation, public transit routes, and more. Turn-by-turn navigation is also improved with augmented reality walking directions in Paris, as well as the addition of cycling directions along bike lanes and bike-friendly roads. Notably, this means the world-famous Eiffel Tower can now be viewed in 3D in Apple Maps, along with the Louvre museum and other landmarks. More…
Since the release of iOS 15 in 2021, Apple Maps has been rolling out a more detailed map with custom-designed 3D landmarks in major cities around the world. This week, both the more detailed map and cycling directions went live in Paris. Landmarks app showing Apple's 3D models in Paris via André Baev Apple says the updated experience provides richer detail for road markings, buildings, commercial districts, land cover, trees, elevation, public transit routes, and more. Turn-by-turn navigation is also improved with augmented reality walking directions in Paris, as well as the addition of cycling directions along bike lanes and bike-friendly roads. Notably, this means the world-famous Eiffel Tower can now be viewed in 3D in Apple Maps, along with…
Apple's virtual assistant interrupts a radio broadcast during a double-header between the Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays. Bad Siri! (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)
Public testing of redesigned Apple Maps for Taiwan has begun, but the full release isn't expected until June.Apple Maps image of Taipei, Taiwan. Image source: Justin O'BeirneFirst-party mapping data collected by Apple enables detailed maps with greenery and 3D buildings. This redesigned version of Apple Maps began rolling out in 2019 and is different from the Detailed City Experience introduced in 2021. Read more...
Public testing of redesigned Apple Maps for Taiwan has begun, but the full release isn't expected until June.Apple Maps image of Taipei, Taiwan. Image source: Justin O'BeirneFirst-party mapping data collected by Apple enables detailed maps with greenery and 3D buildings. This redesigned version of Apple Maps began rolling out in 2019 and is different from the Detailed City Experience introduced in 2021. Read more...
Public testing of redesigned Apple Maps for Taiwan has begun, but the full release isn't expected until June.Apple Maps image of Taipei, Taiwan. Image source: Justin O'BeirneFirst-party mapping data collected by Apple enables detailed maps with greenery and 3D buildings. This redesigned version of Apple Maps began rolling out in 2019 and is different from the Detailed City Experience introduced in 2021. Read more...
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