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Apple Watch Maps Six Years in the Making

It feels like a lifetime ago that Apple Watch users were clamoring for a native maps feature. Now, six years after the first requests, Apple has finally delivered. The feature, which allows users to navigate with turn…

The development of WatchOS maps began in earnest back in 2020, when Apple first started working on a native maps app for the Apple Watch. According to David Smith, a developer who has been following the project closel…

So, what makes WatchOS maps so special? For starters, the feature uses a combination of GPS, Wi-Fi, and cellular data to provide accurate turn-by-turn directions. It also includes many of the features that users have …

One of the most impressive aspects of WatchOS maps is its ability to provide contextual information about the user's surroundings. For example, when navigating through a city, the app will display information about ne…

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