How Apple's new vector-based Maps leave Google Maps looking jittery Apple isn't just declaring its independence from Google Maps with its new in-house backend for Maps in iOS 6. It has developed a superior way to deliver map data that relies on resolution independent vectors rather than Google's multiple zoom levels of bit mapped images. Daniel Eran Dilger 13 years ago 184
Apple wants to wipe Google off the map with iOS 6 Apple is not only disconnecting its native iOS 6 Maps app from Google's servers, but will also redirect all third party app requests to its own mapping servers, immediately taking the majority of mobile maps traffic away from Google as it forges new strategic partnerships for mapping. Daniel Eran Dilger 13 years ago 150
With iOS 6, Apple devices will receive national emergency alerts Apple devices running iOS 6 will be able to receive U.S. government alerts during an emergency or disaster, in compliance with a National Alerting Program. Katie Marsal 13 years ago 42
Apple hands off transit directions to third-party apps in iOS 6 Maps Rather than include transit and walking directions natively in the new Maps application in iOS 6, Apple will instead highlight third-party options available on the iOS App Store. Neil Hughes 13 years ago 77
App Store, iTunes & iBook stores redesigned & improved in iOS 6 Apple's three digital storefronts will see significant changes with the launch of iOS 6, including new looks and new functionality for the App Store, iTunes Store, and iBookstore. Neil Hughes 13 years ago 15
Nine auto makers partner with Apple for 'Eyes Free' Siri support The launch of iOS 6 will bring greater automobile integration to the iPhone with "Eyes Free," a new feature that will allow a car to bring up Siri voice control. Neil Hughes 13 years ago 66
First look: iOS 6 Settings adds Do Not Disturb, quicker Bluetooth access New functionality has been added to the native Settings application in iOS 6, including a new "Do Not Disturb" feature, privacy settings, and quicker access to turn Bluetooth on or off. Neil Hughes 13 years ago 9
First look: iOS 6 brings Siri to iPad, adds Facebook integration This year's iOS 6 upgrade will bring the Siri personal assistant software to Apple's third-generation iPad, and will also add system-wide integration with Facebook for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch users. Neil Hughes 13 years ago 24
First look: Apple's all-new Maps in iOS 6 The release of iOS 6 later this year will mark a major shift for Apple away from Google Maps to its own in-house mapping solution, complete with 3D recreations of cities, turn-by-turn directions and crowd-sourced traffic data. Neil Hughes 13 years ago 58
First look: Apple's Clock app comes to iPad with iOS 6 The iPad will gain a new native application when users upgrade to iOS 6: The Clock software previously found on the iPhone. Neil Hughes 13 years ago 35
