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Apple Maps integrates Hidden Histories podcast episodes for select US landmarks
Key points
- Apple Maps now links to "Hidden Histories" podcast episodes.
- Available for select landmarks in San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York City, Chicago, and Washington, DC.
- Podcasts are accessible through the Guides section of the Maps app.
- Users can add podcast guides to their collections for later listening.
Podcast Integration in Apple Maps
Apple has integrated "Hidden Histories" podcast episodes directly into its Maps application. This new feature allows users to access audio content detailing the history of specific landmarks while browsing their locations within the app. The integration is currently available for select sites in five major US cities.
Availability and Access
The podcast links appear as a panel within the information section for certain landmarks in San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York City, Chicago, and Washington, DC. Tapping this panel directs users to an interface listing other landmarks in that city with associated podcast guides. Examples include Times Square and the Statue of Liberty in New York, and the Hollywood Sign in Los Angeles.
Guides Feature Expansion
These "Hidden Histories" podcasts are housed within the Maps app's existing Guides section. Similar to other curated lists of places, users can add these podcast guides to their personal collections. This allows for later access and listening by navigating to the "Your Guides" section from the bottom panel of the Maps interface.
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Apple Maps now links to "Hidden Histories" podcast episodes for specific landmarks in five US cities, allowing users to access historical audio content directly within the app's Guides feature. This integration provides users with historical context for locations like Times Square and the Hollywood Sign, enhancing the app's informational offerings for tourists and local explorers.