Apple Maps on the web arrives after launch on iOS 6 12 years ago

12 years after its launch on iOS 6, Apple Maps is finally available on the Web albeit in beta.

Apple Maps is now available on the web!

Apple Maps is now accessible for everyone!

Aside from searching for directions and details of places including photos, operating hours, ratings, and reviews, you can also browse curated Guides to discover places to eat, shop, and explore in cities worldwide. These guides are available in select territories not including Asia for now.

Taguig City on the new Apple Maps on the Web

Apple said that features like "Look Around" which offers 360 degrees of panoramic views will be available in the coming months. There are standard, hybrid, and satellite map views. It however does not have a street view which remains Google Maps' main advantage.

All developers including MapKit JS users can also link to Maps on the web so their users can get driving directions, see detailed place information, and more.

Interested users can access Apple Maps on beta.maps.apple.com in English on Safari, Chrome on Mac and iPad, and Chrome and Edge on Windows PCs. Apple also said that support for languages, browsers, and platforms will be expanded over time.

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Source: Apple