Apple Maps: Apple has launched a public beta version of its Maps service for web browsers, marking a significant expansion of the platform’s availability in a bid to compete with Google Maps. The web-based version of Apple Maps is currently available in English and supports several major browsers.
Apple has introduced a public beta version of its Maps service for web browsers, significantly expanding its availability to challenge Google Maps. This development enables users to access Apple Maps directly via their web browsers, eliminating the need for dedicated apps or Apple devices.
Apple Maps On Web Supported Languages
Currently, the web-based version of Apple Maps is available in English and supports major browsers across various operating systems. Mac and iPad users can use it through Safari and Chrome, while Windows PC users can access it via Chrome and Edge browsers. Apple has plans to extend support to more languages, browsers, and platforms in the future.
“Today, Apple Maps on the web is available in public beta, allowing users worldwide to access Maps directly from their browser. Users can now get driving and walking directions; find great places and useful information, including photos, hours, ratings, and reviews; 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 globally. Additional features, including Look Around, will be available in the coming months,” Apple announced in a blog post.
Apple Looking To Capture The Online Mapping Market
This initiative positions Apple Maps as a direct competitor to Google Maps in the web-based mapping service domain, where Google has been a dominant force. By launching its mapping service on the web, Apple aims to expand its user base and provide a versatile option for online navigation and location services.
Apple has introduced a feature for developers, allowing them to incorporate links to the web version of Apple Maps in their applications. This integration lets users access various functions directly from external sites, including route planning, detailed location information, and additional mapping services.
This web-based expansion of Apple Maps comes more than a decade after its initial debut on the iPhone in 2012. The move indicates Apple’s strategic effort to broaden its user base and strengthen its position in the digital mapping landscape. By making Apple Maps accessible through web browsers, the company directly challenges Google Maps’ long-standing dominance in the online mapping sector.