Key Points:
- Google Maps is now available as a default navigation app option on iOS devices in the European Union.
- The feature allows users to set Google Maps as their default app for opening addresses on the web, replacing Apple Maps.
- The option to choose default apps is part of the changes required by the European Union, but is expected to be available to all iOS users in the future.
Google Maps has just received a major update, allowing iPhone users in the European Union to set it as their default navigation app. This means that users can choose to use Google Maps instead of Apple Maps for opening addresses on the web. This update comes as part of the changes required by the European Union, which aimed to increase competition in the app market.
But what does this mean for iPhone users? In a nutshell, it means that users can now switch from Apple Maps to Google Maps as their default navigation app. This is a significant update, especially for those who prefer Google Maps’ features and accuracy.
But that’s not all – the update also allows users to choose default apps for other categories, including calls and texts, email, call filtering, web browser, translation, passwords, payments (in some regions), and keyboards. This feature is accessible by going to Settings > Apps > Default Apps on an iOS device.
To take advantage of this update, users need to have the latest version of Google Maps installed, which is available for free on the App Store. Once installed, users can set Google Maps as their default navigation app by adjusting their settings.
For those interested in exploring more options, a range of alternative navigation apps are available on the App Store, including alternatives like Waze, Inrix, and Sygic.
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