Well, I just opened Apple Maps and typed in “gulf of america” and got 0 results. I typed in “gulf of mexico” and got a big bold label across the correct location saying “Gulf of Mexico”.
Under Google Maps, for either of them, I get Gulf of Mexico (Gulf of America).
Ok internet, lets sing a song called “non-google alternative map programs”, ill start.
OpenStreetMap!
(I dont know the rest of the words… Halp)
Magic Earth!
Love them, they almost seem too good to be true
Well, I just opened Apple Maps and typed in “gulf of america” and got 0 results. I typed in “gulf of mexico” and got a big bold label across the correct location saying “Gulf of Mexico”.
Under Google Maps, for either of them, I get Gulf of Mexico (Gulf of America).
That’s because they use open street map (and other providers).
May be time for Android users to switch to iPhone, then?
Or just use any other maps app. You can avoid Google entirely even on Android. Just takes bit of effort.
Sure I’ll go support this little caritative company by buying a new ethical phone instead of using e/os or whatever alternatives there is! 😁
or just install a non invasive os that doesnt steal your data…
Screenshot from Apple Maps just now:
Organic Maps!
Here Wego (formerly Nokia maps)