Phones Canada is excited to share that Apple has recently rolled out a public beta version of Apple Maps on the web, opening up a whole new world of convenience for users globally. Now, you can access this feature directly from your browser and enjoy a seamless navigation experience like never before.

Here are some key highlights of the new Apple Maps web beta:

– Easily obtain driving and walking directions
– Find detailed information about places including photos, hours, ratings, and reviews
– Order food directly from the Maps place card
– Explore curated Guides for dining, shopping, and entertainment options in cities worldwide

In the coming months, additional functionalities like Look Around will be introduced to enhance your mapping experience even further. Developers using MapKit JS can now link to Maps on the web, providing their users with access to driving directions and detailed place information.

Currently available in English, Apple Maps on the web is compatible with Safari and Chrome on Mac and iPad, as well as Chrome and Edge on Windows PCs. Stay tuned as Apple plans to expand support for more languages, browsers, and platforms in the future.

While this expansion of Apple Maps onto the web is a welcome addition for fans of the service, it’s important to note that Google Maps still offers more comprehensive details on traffic and transit directions. In our quick test, Google Maps outperformed Apple Maps by accurately locating a local business in our area without any issues.

Overall, this new development from Apple is an exciting step forward in making mapping services more accessible and user-friendly. Keep an eye out for further updates and improvements as Apple continues to refine its web-based mapping platform.