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Speed camera alerts on navigation apps may be training drivers to speed

Navigation apps such as Waze, Google Maps and Apple Maps offer drivers many useful functions, but one of them is sometimes controversial: advance notice of police or speed cameras ahead.

The Conversation · Oct 26

Trump wanted a ‘Trump Ocean’ on Google Maps. He says CEO Sundar Pichai shut it down

After relabeling the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Ontario for U.S. users, Google has reportedly balked at an ocean. A shared ocean is a different legal animal.

Fortune · Oct 23

How to Time Your Dussehra Weekend Drive to Beat the Return Jam

Why the Return Jam Has a ShapeThe Dussehra return surge is not spread across the weekend. It compresses into roughly a six-hour window on the final evening, typically between 5 pm and 11 pm, because most families anchor their departure to the effigy burning. The moment the Ravan dahan ends,…

Times Life · Oct 20

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Apple TV Offers F1 Races at No Extra Charge as Apple Maps Launches Its Detailed Austin Upgrades

Apple Maps has introduced a detailed Austin experience ahead of the United States Grand Prix, including 3D landmarks, Circuit of the Americas features and race-day navigation tools.

International Business Times UK · Oct 15

New Mexico leaders beg Apple and Google not to rename their state on apps like Trump wants

Over the weekend, Trump posted at least seven maps suggesting the state should be renamed ‘New America’

The Independent UK · Sep 10

'Until their economy collapses': Trump warns Carney against making him 'enemy'

US President Donald Trump on Thursday warned Prime Minister Mark Carney against making him an “enemy”, saying such a stance could hurt Canada’s economy and prove politically damaging.

The Times of India · Sep 3

"Apple ensured we get the absolute best customer experience": Ford on why it chose Apple Maps over Google

Ford will have a unique mapping solution in its 2027 launch

T3 · Sep 3

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Trump takes a victory lap on Truth Social after Apple and Google cave to ‘Lake America’ demand

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The Independent UK · Sep 3

After Google, Apple Maps changes 'Lake Ontario' name to 'Lake America' for US users; Trump calls move 'ratified, binding'

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) said his renaming of Lake Ontario to “Lake America” was “ratified and binding” after Apple updated the water body’s name for users in the US, making it the second major US tech company to adopt the new name.

The Times of India · Sep 3

Trump declares Lake Ontario rename ‘complete, ratified and binding’ as Apple Maps follows Google

US President Trump declared Lake Ontario's renaming to Lake America complete and binding. Apple Maps followed Google Maps in updating the name for American users. This change occurred after an executive order from the US President. Canadian officials and the public strongly rejected the renaming of the shared lake. The…

The Economic Times · Sep 3

Trump says Apple Maps has now changed Lake Ontario to ‘Lake America’ for him: ‘Complete, ratified and binding’

Google Maps has also renamed the body of water for U.S. users

The Independent UK · Sep 2

MapQuest alone refused Trump's demand to rename Lake Ontario, but I still can't leave Google Maps and Apple Maps behind for this one reason

Topping download lists, MapQuest is the new mapping darling, but it's missing one key feature that will keep it from being my go-to navigation solution.

TechRadar · Sep 2

Apple Maps renames Lake Ontario as ‘Lake America’ for US users after Trump order

Tech company submits to controversial Trump order to rename body of water amid US trade spat with Canada

The Guardian - US · Sep 2

Apple joins Google in renaming Lake Ontario 'Lake America'

Apple Maps now shows Lake Ontario as "Lake America" for US users, following Google's lead in complying with US President Donald Trump's order as trade talks with Canada sour.

Euronews · Sep 2

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France 24 · Sep 1

Google Maps changes Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' as MapQuest downloads surge

Lake Ontario is now appearing as "Lake America" on Google Maps for US users, following US President Donald Trump's executive order to rename the lake. Canadians still see "Lake Ontario", while users elsewhere see both names. But the change is far from universal: Apple Maps and MapQuest continue to use…

Tom’s Guide · Sep 1

'We're not changing it': MapQuest hits No. 1 in App Store after refusing to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America

MapQuest is now ranked the highest it's ever been in the App Store — here's why.

The Guardian - US · Sep 1

MapQuest app reaches No 1 on US Apple list after defying Trump’s Lake Ontario order

Navigating app surpasses Google and Apple Maps on top-downloaded US chart after posting ‘we’re not changing it’

International Business Times UK · Sep 1

Mapquest's Downloads Soar 10X After Defying Trump's Order To Rename Lake Ontario to 'Lake America'

MapQuest downloads soar 10X after it refuses Trump's order to rename Lake Ontario 'Lake America', challenging rivals and raising questions over who controls digital maps.

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TechRadar · Aug 26

'I'll just use Google Maps': Apple Maps users rebel against new ads that you can't turn off, even with an iCloud subscription

After being announced earlier this year, adverts are now starting to appear in Apple Maps for users in the US and Canada.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 13

The 49ers’ Viral Substation Theory Inspired Us to Find the Strangest Thing Near Every NFL Stadium

From onsite cemeteries to some rather outlandish statues, there’s no shortage of strangeness surrounding the league’s venues.

T3 · Jul 28

Apple Maps finally challenges Google Maps with this big move

Apple Maps could become the Google Maps challenge it's always wanted to be.

InsideEVs · Jul 23

Ford Is Switching To Apple Maps For Its Next-Gen EV Navigation

Apple Maps in Ford's upcoming $30,000 electric truck will help with route planning and provide directions to Blue Cruise.

We Got This Covered · Jul 20

Brisbane woman takes public transport to new job, the bus goes one stop and then everyone but her gets off, ‘The bus has now gone rogue’

She was the only person left on the bus, and she only had 30 minutes to get to work.

TechRadar · Jun 7

Forget Siri — these are the 5 things I actually want iOS 27 to fix on my iPhone at WWDC 2026

We're all set for Apple's annual software update reveals, and there are plenty of ways left to improve iOS.

International Business Times UK · May 12

Apple Drops iOS 26.5 Update: RCS Encryption, 'Magic' Pairing, New App Store Payment Plans and More Features

Apple's iOS 26.5 introduces new security features, subscription options and Maps enhancements, marking a significant update in the iPhone's software evolution.

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