Where I live, Apple Maps and Google maps are basically at feature parity for what I care about. Directions, traffic, ETA, public transportation. So I’m using Apple Maps because fuck Google.
Sometimes I feel compelled to use Waze when there is heavy traffic and/or when I know there would be speed traps on the way, but it’s propensity to suggest absolutely atrocious directions just to “save” 2 mins (and I always end up losing much more than that) is the worst.
One of them showed the speed limit first.
I generally use Google maps. I want to switch to Apple Maps, but there is no web version that I can use. Google has both an app and a web version.
Trying to use Apple Maps where possible, but it’s a tough habit to break.
Apple Maps has been handling my needs well enough the past few years that I no longer have Google Maps installed.
Google Maps. The reason is not living in the US. Apple Maps is a complete joke over here. Like, it’s at least a decade behind. Roads and residential areas newer than that simply don’t exist, it constantly suggests making illegal turns, and searching for places is just sad. Results are places in different cities and in the US.
Surprisingly enough I live in EU country and Apple Maps is as precise as it gets. All streets are constantly updated, even major roadworks are added almost instantly.
P.S. I live in a small EU country, not Germany or France
AppleMaps. I prefer the integration with my watch and being able to have my screen off and auto activated as I’m getting close to the next step.
When the mapping data is good enough I prefer apple maps.
In the country I am currently working neither google maps or apple maps is a good option as things changes so quickly. Restaurants etc is still good to get from google maps though. I use waze here.
But if I go to a far enough on main road I still try apple maps to drive somewhere close, it integrates well with my car through carplay
I use apple maps if I’m actually using it to get me some where as I find it more visually pleasing and like that it stays on my lock screen instead of having to open it to view it.
I use Google maps if I need to see what’s close by in terms of restaurants or coffee or if I’m DJing a multi stop trip as I find that feature easier to use in Google maps.
Yeah this sounds like me. I like the UX of Apple Maps if I know where I’m going. Generally I find it easier to read, especially things like street names and highway names. If I’m looking for a new place however, google has way more data for search and reviews
Privacy concerns have me using Apple Maps over Google Maps
deleted by creator
Install vinegar, found in the app store, watch ad free YouTube though your phones safari browser.
deleted by creator
Where can I get more info on this? I’m comfortable with CSS and stylesheets but don’t want to discern all the classes and IDs myself
deleted by creator
Shout out to:
Youtube frontend with no ads or tracking. Includes sponsorblock too.
Its just a website, but their webapp works great. Ive used it on my phone quite a bit
For me it’s simply inertia with google maps. I’m not terribly partial to be honest. For my partner, it’s more leftover bias against Apple Maps from their rough start.
Google maps are absolutely atrocious in Sweden.
Tried to find a spot my brother-in-law was camping at from the position he sent last week. After parking and walking for an hour, we switched to Apple maps instead, and surprise! There’s an impassable stream between us!
In Japan right now and google has an edge on the amount of transit data they provide in the maps.
In North America, much more even and I think Apple Maps may be faster too as a system service. Better integration for Apple Watch too.
I use Apple Maps for the integration with my Apple Watch. I also prefer the design and privacy Apple offers over Google. So, in summation, I hate Google.
The right tool for the right job for me, I’m not into absolutes.
I generally prefer the UI of Apple Maps (Google is way too cluttered), but Google has much more complete review data, hours, and menus, so I usually end up using Google.
Apple Maps has never steered me wrong, and I like how it pings my Apple Watch so I don’t have to even look at the screen.
Plus no on-screen ads, like 3rd party apps do.
Same here, though it drives me mad that I somehow still haven’t memorized the tap type for each direction
I use Apple Maps because it’s not Google.
