Apple is making major changes to its mapping system. In the United States it has already fully implemented the new design, they add high level of detail. This was achieved thanks to information provided by the company's car fleets around the world in recent months, not the ones used in the OpenStreet Maps project as before.
He confirmed that this new generation of maps will also come to Europe Over the next few months, so in Spain and we can enjoy that level of detail, even though we will have to wait. Meanwhile, details about public transit are already visible in many cities of the country, such as Barcelona, Valencia or Granada.
Apple's plans are not limited to this. Although no further details are provided, the company will be introducing new features ahead of Google Maps, one of today's most widely used navigation services. Later, recommendations and editorial content may be added.
Content to help users discover the world
Those who work at Cupertino have published new work that is immediately available Action she told him. This offering was looking for someone in place of "Product Manager – Maps, Writer / Editor". The employment site was located in Culver City, California, where the company often focuses on its strategic planning work. In the description you can read the following:
Map discovery products range from primarily functioning as a point-to-point navigation vehicle, into location-based platforms that help to visualize the world. In addition to many types of discoveries and inspirations for the future, these products also provide local and international testing, travel planning, education, etc.
Apple Maps is optimized to meet these challenges and is looking for someone who will create fun and engaging content to help Map users find their world, locally or while planning a trip.
In the middle requirements of position looking for food experiences, travel and shopping, along with an endless desire to discover new places and a desire to tell the world in an appealing way. It is also necessary to have good digital content editing skills.
It is not yet clear how Apple could deliver these recommendations in the Map app. Some believe that with the "Today" tab in the App Store or similar. Although content may appear when you search for a specific point in the app and offers curiosity and sites you can visit in the surrounding area.
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