Steve Wozniak says Apple Maps disappointing but issues not severe

Apple cofounder Steve Wozniak said on Monday that he was "disappointed" with Apple's new Maps app in iOS 6, however noted the severity of issues reported by critics and users is questionable.

AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 88

Google's Schmidt offers strong words regarding Apple Maps flap

Google Chairman Eric Schmidt on Tuesday confirmed a new version of its popular iOS mapping app has not yet been submitted to Apple, adding that the iPhone maker's decision to switch to a new proprietary solution was perhaps a misstep.

AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 137

Share of iOS Safari, Chrome browsers grow as Google updates app for iPhone 5

Google on Monday rolled out an updated version of its popular Chrome iOS web browser, bringing the multi tab-friendly experience to iOS 6 and more specifically the iPhone 5's 4-inch display, while Apple's own Safari gained over two percent share in iOS browser market.

AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 16

Consumer Reports praises Apple's iPhone 5, but dings disappointing Maps

Consumer Reports has called the iPhone 5 a "notable improvement" over its predecessor, but criticized Apple's new Maps application in iOS 6 as not up to par.

AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 29

Swiss Federal Railways to meet with Apple over iOS 6 clock design

Swiss Federal Railways, the owner of an iconic clock face design, is set to meet with Apple to reach an agreement over the digital clock face found in the iPad version of its iOS 6 mobile operating system.

Slash Lane 13 years ago 56

Motorola ad slams Apple's iOS 6 Maps as 'iLost'

Google-owned Motorola Mobility is attempting to capitalize on dissatisfaction with Apple's new iOS 6 Maps with an advertisement pushing the phrase "iLost" on Twitter.

Sam Oliver 13 years ago 153

Google Maps app from iOS 5.1 reportedly ported onto iOS 6

A hacker claims to have successfully ported the now defunct Google Maps iOS app to Apple's iOS 6, however the workaround is unstable and requires a jailbroken iPhone.

AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 33

Apple allegedly luring ex-Google Maps engineers to work on iOS 6 Maps app

According to a report on Sunday, Apple is actively recruiting software engineers previously contracted by Google's Maps division to advance the new iOS Maps app, which has been widely criticized since its inception with iOS 6.

AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 89

YouTube will serve content to legacy iOS app indefinitely

Google's YouTube announced on Friday that it will continue to feed content to its legacy iOS app for iDevices running iOS 5 and below, allaying fears that the service would be shut off to push users toward the new standalone app.

AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 25

Starbucks promises support for iOS 6 Passbook at end of September

The official Starbucks application for iPhone will be updated at the end of September to add support for Passbook in iOS 6.

AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 23

Rumor that Google has submitted Maps app for iOS 6 is false

A rumor that Google had submitted an iOS 6-compatible maps app to Apple after the built-in version was removed with the new mobile OS is false, says the well-connected Jim Dalrymple.

AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 44

Apple requiring iPhone 5-compatible screenshots for app updates

With the iPhone 5 launching in nine countries on Friday, Apple has sent a note to developers, requiring the app makers supply screenshots compatible with the new smartphone's taller 4-inch display when submitting software updates.

Mikey Campbell 13 years ago 5

Apple 'working hard' to rectify Maps issues, appreciates 'customer feedback'

Coming on the heels of numerous complaints regarding Apple's new Maps app introduced with iOS 6 on Wednesday, the company has issued a statement saying the service is a work in progress and will get better with time.

Mikey Campbell 13 years ago 259

iOS 6 adoption above 15% after just 24 hours, report says

An analysis on Thursday by Chitika Insights claims Apple's new iOS 6 was installed on over 15 percent of compatible devices in the mobile operating system's first 24 hours of availability.

Mikey Campbell 13 years ago 58

Embark, Garmin add public transit support for Apple's iOS 6 Maps

Garmin and Embark announced on Thursday that they have updated their iPhone navigation software to add public transportation features to the new Maps in iOS 6.

AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 58

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