Apple Maps

Apple Maps has improved significantly since its launch in 2012 as a pre-installed driving directions app for iOS devices and now is one of the best map search engines in the world.

In 2023, iPhone users make up around 18.55%, or 1.36 billion people, of the 7.33 billion smartphone users globally, making Apple Maps one of the most used websites for directions. Even though people could still use other map sites on their iOS devices, they still choose Apple Maps over them because of its connection with iOS's personal assistant Siri. Siri and Apple Maps make a great combo, especially for those who don't have a lot of time for planning trips and routes.

As Apple is best known for ensuring privacy for its customers, Apple Maps offers its users much more privacy than any other direction map site. Apple Maps blurs your specific position within 24 hours of sharing it. Furthermore, any of your saved locations are encrypted end-to-end, preventing Apple from accessing them.

Moreover, Apple Maps offers features such as 3D maps, flyover mode, indoor maps, transit directions, and many more. The site also has a great guide for eating, shopping, and exploring the places around your current location.

However, one turn-off you might have while using Apple Maps is that it doesn't offer cycling navigation in many places. Also, users can only access the full service, complete with turn-by-turn navigation on iOS devices.

Website: https://www.apple.com/maps/