Apple Maps Launches Detailed City Experience in Austin
Apple Maps adds elevation, buildings and landmarks for Austin, plus a detailed Formula 1 experience for Circuit of the Americas before the United States Grand Prix.
Apple has rolled out the Detailed City Experience for Apple Maps in Austin, Texas, according to 9to5mac.com. The update adds detail on elevation, buildings, trees, road features and landmarks across the city.
Landmarks covered by the Austin release include the Texas Capitol, Q2 Stadium, the Blanton Museum of Art, the Paramount Theater and the Congress Avenue Bridge. Apple says navigation guidance, visuals and road markings are also improved for driving and walking in Austin, including in CarPlay.
Ahead of next week's Formula 1 United States Grand Prix, Apple is also launching a detailed F1 experience for Circuit of the Americas, with circuit maps and 3D landmarks. Race-day amenities, navigation and walking directions for the Grand Prix are included.
The new Apple Maps features for Austin are available on iPhone, iPad and Mac.
Quick answers
Which devices support the new Apple Maps features in Austin?
Apple says the new Austin features are available on iPhone, iPad and Mac.
What does the Detailed City Experience add in Austin?
It adds detail on elevation, buildings, trees, road features and landmarks, along with improved navigation guidance, visuals and road markings for driving and walking, including in CarPlay.
What is included in the Formula 1 experience for Circuit of the Americas?
Apple Maps shows circuit maps, 3D landmarks, race-day amenities, navigation and walking directions for the United States Grand Prix.