Apple seems to be gearing up so as to add topographic maps to the Apple Maps apps in iOS 18, macOS 15, and visionOS 2, in line with code reviewed by MacRumors.
First launched with watchOS 10, topographic maps embrace trails, contour strains, elevation, and factors of curiosity, options which might be of use for climbing and different out of doors actions the place correct navigation is important.
Since debuting topographic maps, Apple has been increasing help all through america, and this 12 months, Apple could also be able to carry it to iOS, macOS, and visionOS.
Backend topographic maps code was launched final 12 months, however solely watchOS 10 had the characteristic. The code was dormant on iOS and macOS at the moment, however within the backend recordsdata for iOS 18, macOS 15, and visionOS 2, the code is lively, suggesting an enlargement.
The opportunity of topographic maps follows our report yesterday on one other potential Apple Maps characteristic, help for customized routes. With customized routes, customers will presumably be capable of create their very own routes with out being restricted to Apple’s pre-selected choices.
iOS 18 will probably be launched on the Worldwide Builders Convention on Monday, June 10, and it seems there will probably be fairly just a few new options for Apple Maps. For extra particulars concerning the replace, try our iOS 18 roundup.
(Thanks, Nicolás!)