Apple Maps launches Detailed City Experience in Austin with 3D landmarks
Apple is rolling out Detailed City Experience in Apple Maps for Austin, Texas. The update adds richer information about terrain, buildings, trees and roads, plus a dedicated Circuit of the Americas experience ahead of the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix.
Apple has begun rolling out Detailed City Experience in Apple Maps for Austin, Texas. The update is now available on iPhone, iPad and Mac.
The feature provides richer detail for terrain, buildings, trees, road features and city landmarks. Austin locations receiving enhanced detail include the Texas Capitol, Q2 Stadium, the Blanton Museum of Art, the Paramount Theater and Congress Avenue Bridge.
Navigation and CarPlay updates
The update also improves driving and walking navigation, with more detailed guidance, more immersive visuals and additional road markings. The changes extend to Apple Maps in CarPlay.
Dedicated Formula 1 circuit view
Ahead of next week’s Formula 1 United States Grand Prix, Apple is launching a detailed experience for Austin’s Circuit of the Americas. It includes a circuit map and 3D landmarks; race attendees can also use race-day amenity information, navigation and walking directions.
Apple has introduced similar experiences for Formula 1 circuits in other countries this year. The company also says Apple TV subscribers can stream every Formula 1 race at no extra charge starting this year.
What we know
- Apple is rolling out Detailed City Experience in Apple Maps for Austin, Texas.
- The update adds detail for terrain, buildings, trees, roads and landmarks.
- A dedicated Circuit of the Americas view is launching before the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix.
- Race attendees can access navigation, walking directions and race-day amenity information.
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- Sources: 9to5Mac.
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