Apple Maps on Web Now Available in English, Tech Giant Announces To Bring Maps in Public Beta for Web Users To Access Directly From Their Browsers
Taking on Google, Apple has announced to bring Maps on the web in public beta, allowing users around the world to access Maps directly from their browser.
San Francisco, July 25: Taking on Google, Apple has announced to bring Maps on the web in public beta, allowing users around the world to access Maps directly from their browser. Apple Maps on the web is now available in English, and is compatible with Safari and Chrome on Mac and iPad, as well as Chrome and Edge on Windows PCs.
The company said that Apple Maps users can get driving and walking directions, find great places and useful information including photos, hours, ratings, and reviews. They can also “take actions like ordering food directly from the Maps place card; and browse curated Guides to discover places to eat, shop, and explore in cities around the world”. Meta Removes 63,000 Facebook Accounts of Nigerian Scammers Involved in Sextortion, Takes Safety Steps To Protect Teenagers.
The iPhone maker said that additional features, including Look Around, will be available in the coming months. “All developers, including those using MapKit JS, can also link out to Maps on the web, so their users can get driving directions,” said the tech giant. Instagram Adding Profile View? Netizens React to Rumour About Meta-Owned Platform Adding Feature To Allow Users To See Who Viewed Their Profile.
Apple said that the support for additional languages, browsers and platforms will be expanded over time. The move has put Apple Maps in direct competition with Google Maps, which has long been available on the web.
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