Apple Maps In iOS 13: Updated Features and Major Changes

With the iOS 13 release, there have been significant changes in the Apple Maps app. These changes might look trivial but hold great value in the future usability of the iOS Maps app. Apple already had a Map app of its own but it could not encompass the popular features of Google Maps, however, the update of Maps app in iOS 13 has somewhat brought similar features to the Apple OS.

Now looking into the update’s features, one major change is in the ‘Look Around’ feature, which has been introduced in the iOS 13 update. If you compare this new feature to Google Maps then you will notice some similarities with the Street View feature by Google. In Apple Maps iOS 13 Look Around function, you can view different alleys, streets, and pathways in a similar manner.

Apple Maps iOS 13 New And Updated Features

Here are the latest features and updates in the iOS 13 update for Apple Maps app in iOS 13.

Enhanced visual results and details

The prior versions of Apple Map did not have much visual detail but the iOS 13 version does. Professionals and iOS users have noticed the changes and have advocated how Apple has improved the location searches and navigation options to an extent. Accurate locations and findings were not possible to view in the previous versions but the iOS 13 update has entirely enhanced the visualization of minor features and details.

Live updates and transit scheduling

Before it was not possible to make and transit schedules especially for buses and trains but now users can avail and view this feature while using public transportation. Maps app in iOS 13 is equipped with the option to not only schedule your transit but to also view the arrival time, the number of stops and everything that you need to be updated out in real time.

Place cards on the screen

As for viewing information of your current location or any other location, the Apple Maps has been upgraded to give the users an easier view using place cards and similar display screens. You do not have to wait for data to update as now the app uses a dynamic approach for updating the current location, events, amusement parks and several nearby restaurants and theatres in the most relevant and updated manner that you can think of.

Favorites section for saving locations

This was not possible before but now in the main screen of your iOS device, you can add the most visited or favorite locations for traveling altogether. This option has been added in the iOS 13 update for Apple Maps only to make the app easier and quicker to use. Once you have created your own personalized section of favorite locations, you can add that to the launch screen. After you select the location from your favorites section, the estimated time of arrival, traffic state, and all the relevant details will be shown at once on the screen.

ETA and sharing options

The feature of sharing current location or ETA is also available in other navigation apps so Apple thought of including the feature in the newest iOS 13 beta release as well. Wherever you are located, you can easily share your current or estimated location to your friends and family members so no signs of miscommunication remain in arriving at a specific location. If the condition of traffic keeps changing then your ETA will change according to it as well.

Organize your collections

Other than the Favorites section, the Maps app in iOS 13 also comes with the feature to customize groups of different or favorite locations in single or multiple collections. The collections are created in the form of folders, which are also sharable amongst friends, family and even co-workers.

Directions by Siri

Spoken directions by Siri have always been a part of Apple Maps but in iOS 13, this feature has also significantly improved. Now you can get audible directions that are no longer as vague as they used to be before. The directions by Siri are going to be a lot more direct and clearer than the prior versions so if you are thinking of resorting to Apple Maps, here is one of the major reasons why you can make it a substitute for Google Maps.

Flight info and travel status

While that is not the final major change in the Apple Maps but it still a worthy mention. Now if you were traveling specifically via air, you would not have to worry about the Maps app not showing your current flight status or info. The terminals, probable locations, gateways and the time of flight departure are all available through the app itself.