Sujet : Apple Maps fails another test
De : thomas.e.elam (at) *nospam* gmail.com (Tom Elam)
Groupes : comp.sys.mac.advocacyDate : 26. May 2025, 15:49:48
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https://www.makeuseof.com/how-apple-maps-stacks-google-maps/Apple Maps now has in-app Michelin-reviewed restaurants and hotels.
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Apple Maps only displayed Yelp reviews for the longest time. And even then, you were just about able to see the preview of these reviews. If you wanted more details, you were redirected to Yelp. If you didn’t have the Yelp app, you had to download it. With Google Maps, I’ve never had to leave the app to get the full picture. This is one of the main reasons why I’ve never switched from Google Maps to Apple Maps.
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Over the last few years, it’s (Apple that is) been quietly launching features that are bridging the gap. Its partnership with the Michelin Guide, The Infatuation, and Golf Digest is the company’s latest move to turn Apple Maps into more than just a navigation tool. Of course, this update only helps if you’re looking for fancy places to dine, but it’s one step in the right direction to making Apple Maps the go-to app for discovering local spots.
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Despite being in the iOS ecosystem, I’ve always used Google Maps. While the navigation experience between the two apps is mostly on par at present, Google still does better when it comes to discovering new spots. Sure, if you’re only looking to find fine-dining restaurants or the best hotels in your city, Apple Maps’ integration with the Michelin Guide can prove helpful.
But beyond that, not much has changed for the average user. Google still has the upper hand in terms of helping you discover underrated gems and casual eateries around you.
So, while Google Maps will continue to be my go-to navigation app, at least in the near future, I’m interested to see how Apple Maps evolves from here. I hope it soon starts incorporating more in-app insights for regular restaurants and hotels as well.
Comment: WTF (What the Find)? For those of us interested in "regular" places to eat and stay Apple Maps is still a total fail unless you are happy with Yelp reviews.