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Apple Maps in iOS 27 adds upgraded Flyover and Local Lists features
Key points
- Enhanced Flyover uses AI for detailed aerial imagery in select cities.
- Local Lists feature provides trending local recommendations in the U.S.
- Other improvements include more Suggested Places and natural language search for routing.
- Offline Maps updates and a new Maps icon are also part of iOS 27.
Enhanced Flyover Experience
Apple Maps in iOS 27 features an upgraded Flyover experience. This enhancement combines aerial imagery with AI to offer detailed views of select cities globally. The improved Flyover aims to provide users with a sharper and more lifelike perspective for exploring destinations or scouting locations.
New Local Lists Feature
A new Local Lists feature is now available for Apple Maps users in the U.S. This feature uses intelligent insights to surface locally relevant collections of places, such as trending restaurants or family-friendly spots. The insights are derived with privacy in mind and are not tied to individual users.
Additional Improvements in iOS 27
Beyond the two main features, iOS 27 brings several other enhancements to Apple Maps. These include an expanded Suggested Places feature allowing horizontal swiping through more options, a Trending Restaurants section on the search screen, and natural language search capabilities for routing specifics. Other updates include a Maps Parked Car widget in Smart Stack, unspecified improvements to Offline Maps updates, and a refreshed Maps icon. Certain features like Visited Places and Guides are also being rolled out to more territories.
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Apple Maps in iOS 27 introduces an enhanced Flyover experience with AI-powered aerial imagery and a new Local Lists feature for U.S. users. These updates provide more detailed city views and curated local recommendations.