Apple has brought a major update to Maps app in its latest operating system, iOS 18, adding a new hiking feature designed specifically for hikers. This new feature not only makes it easier for users to explore the beauty of nature, but it also gives them a smarter hiking experience.
Here's the Apple Maps news:
The hiking feature in Apple's iOS 18 system can be said to be tailored for hiking enthusiasts. Users can browse thousands of hikes in all 63 national parks in the United States in Maps app. Additionally, with a simplified process and intuitive design, users can quickly access the information they need and minimize the inconvenience of operating in the outdoors.
Integrating high-precision satellite map data and topographic map layers, the Maps app provides up to 99% route accuracy. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced hiker, you can find a route that suits you. At the same time, these routes can also be filtered by length, altitude and route type, and users can save their favorite routes and use them offline even in remote areas without network connection.
Maps is not limited to providing existing hiking routes, users can also easily create their own custom walking routes. Whether it is planning a local workout route or a full-day hike in a new city, it has become a breeze. Users can generate a new route with just a few taps on the map, and can adjust and optimize it according to their needs. In addition, users can share their favorite national park hikes and custom routes with friends to enjoy hiking together.
Apple Maps update has also added many useful features. For example, users can check their location, remaining distance, estimated arrival time and other information in real time during hiking. At the same time, Maps will display detailed topography, best hiking routes, and points of interest along the way to help users better plan their trips and explore unknown areas.
According to Apple's official user feedback collection, the addition of the hiking feature has been warmly welcomed by outdoor enthusiasts. Many users said that this feature greatly enriches their hiking experience and enables them to explore nature with greater peace of mind.
Overall, Maps in Apple's iOS 18 provides hiking enthusiasts with a new tool to explore the beauty of nature more easily. Whether it's one of the thousands of routes available or a customized hiking trip, people can find a place of peace and relaxation in the midst of their busy lives.
As people pay more and more attention to healthy living and outdoor activities, the launch of this feature will undoubtedly attract more users. Hopefully, in the future, Apple will continue to optimize and improve Maps to bring us more surprises and convenience.
In addition to iOS 18 being updated, the Maps app of watchOS 11 is also updated. If you take your iPhone or Apple Watch for outdoor sports, you will also need the protection of the iPhone cases and Apple Watch cases in addition to map navigation.
