This week, Apple released a web version of its mapping service, Apple Maps. Users can now search for addresses, get directions for trips and walks, and view ratings and reviews, not only in the Apple Maps application but also in the desktop or mobile versions of the browser by interacting with the web version of the service.
Features and Accessibility
To start interacting with maps, just go to beta.maps.apple.com. The page address indicates that the project is in beta testing, but despite this, it is available to users. The web version of Apple Maps has implemented most of the features available in the iOS application, including viewing guides, ordering food, obtaining information about organizations on the map, and more. It is also known that Apple plans to add more functions to its web version in the future.
Compatibility and Future Plans
Currently, the web version of Apple Maps is available in English only and is supported in Safari and Chrome browsers on Macs and iPads, and Chrome and Edge on Windows computers, notes NIXsolutions. In the future, Apple plans to expand the number of available languages, browsers, and platforms. Additionally, all developers using the Apple MapKit JS tool can also use the web version of Apple Maps in their products.
We’ll keep you updated as Apple continues to develop and enhance the web version of Apple Maps, making it more accessible and feature-rich for users worldwide.