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iOS 6 |OT| New Maps? googy pls
- Thread starter bananas
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SuperPac
Member
Wasn't the Maps app always Apple's? Yes it used Google's mapping data but I'd been lead to believe from numerous Apple observers and pundits that Google didn't have much (if any) control over the actual app itself.
Good Job Bob
Member
The day they announce the 16:9 iPhone, my iPhone goes up on Craigslist.
They had restrictions over what they could do with the data as well, which is why there's been no turn by turn until now.
Those hardware upgrades via ota sure are crazy.
Non sequitur
Elaborate.
Kung Fu Jedi
Member
Because Google makes a shit-ton of money off iOS (more than Android!) and up until now they've had no control over a maps app for the platform.
Treefingers
Member
It's the same as before.
Victory Red
Member
New app content shows in same view.
It's a shitty situation for users but there's nothing "weird" about it. Google screwed them over by withholding turn by turn directions in order to keep it as a selling point of Android phones. Apple realized they couldn't depend on a competitor for a crucial part of the OS and now they're building their own.
StrikerObi
Member
The app store updates are so great. Not needing to leave the store to update, not needing to input password for updates, and if you already have an app installed the "buy/install" button changes to "open" so you can open the app directly from the store. Just so much better, all around.
I'd read that Apple wouldn't allow Google to have any Google branding on the iOS Maps app, like calling the app Google Maps. And of course Google wouldn't want Apple to have presumed ownership of a Maps app that used Google's work. So that's why the iOS Maps app has been so stagnant.
ElectricBlue187
Member
looks like they are just using the free landsat stuff. Its probably going to be that way for most of the world outside of the US. 6inch aerials be expensive yo.
Is that Google Maps loaded in the browser? My iPad Maps don't look like that.
It says Google right on the map in the Maps app.
.WSJ said:
Nah, as I said, apparently it's very random here in the Netherlands.
Some areas look respectable and others look like complete garbage.
Can you just make a point please? That text you quoted is exactly what I was trying to say. It's annoying when you post pictures and texts with no elaboration.
No, I mean the zooming and street view icons in the corner aren't on the standard Maps app. Just curious if Maps is different in different countries, though I thought the app layout was pretty much the same anywhere.
so, siri's full function works in canada now? (based on stump's post) awesome!
would anyone mind checking out downtown calgary, canada in maps and flyover for me (screenshots pweaaase)? i'm curious as to whether flyover even exists for it and how detailed the regular map is.
this address is in the centre of downtown: 401 9 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB
thanks in advance to anyone that does this. i know there are a lot of requests.
would anyone mind checking out downtown calgary, canada in maps and flyover for me (screenshots pweaaase)? i'm curious as to whether flyover even exists for it and how detailed the regular map is.
this address is in the centre of downtown: 401 9 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB
thanks in advance to anyone that does this. i know there are a lot of requests.
I edited my post to say Google Maps specifically. Don't remember where I read that. I'll have to hunt it down.
Jayayess1190
Member
I bet the Google Maps app will be the App of the Week when it comes out.
LyleLanley
Banned
After Apple keeps it out of the app store for 6 months or so.
Treefingers
Member
They should've killed the YouTube app while they were at it and let Google make one.
LyleLanley
Banned
Hasn't that been a feature for a while now?
ElectricBlue187
Member
They should kill it anyway and just support the HTML5 stuff. Worst app by far.
Treefingers
Member
CrunchinJelly
formerly cjelly
Apple have changed the look of the keyboard just enough for you to notice, but not enough to be sure what they changed... kind of weird to look at. I can tell it's different, but can't pinpoint what they changed. Haha
StrikerObi
Member
Best new feature is the one that makes it so all the other features stop fucking bothering you.
screenshot?
Pretty much. I mean, I turn off the volume whenever I go to bed (but it happens that I forget) but it's nice to have something in the OS like that.
Nothing else really peaks my interest. Maybe the Facebook integration, but dunno.
Good Job Bob
Member
I don't notice anything different.
LyleLanley
Banned
Nor do I.
Kung Fu Jedi
Member
I'll take that bet. I doubt Apple will do anything to spotlight an App for Google.
Victory Red
Member
CrunchinJelly
formerly cjelly
Looks like they added a gradient to the keys. Really subtle. Load them up in tabs and you can see easily.
iOS 5 - iOS 6
Buckethead
Banned
New app content shows in same view.
I want that in my face.
Victory Red
Member
OMFG Siri works over Bluetooth in my car. Did not over iOS5. Just have to hold home button and automatically turns on car microphone.
However. When using turn by turn it did not come through car via Bluetooth when I was not on the "Bluetooth Audio" setting.
BUT, directions and turn by turn worked flawlessly.
However. When using turn by turn it did not come through car via Bluetooth when I was not on the "Bluetooth Audio" setting.
BUT, directions and turn by turn worked flawlessly.
You are correct. Not sure which one I like better though.
Good Job Bob
Member
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You know, I live in the area and it took me a while to figure out that the maps icon is based on Apple/Cupertino. Felt sooo stupid
Is there a list of incompatible apps so far with the beta? I know Downcast is one and apparently they are working to update it
The icon is also telling people to drive off an overpass.