Does beta Maps on the web use the same source data as the Maps app?

Asked on 07/30/2024

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Yes, the beta Maps on the web uses the same source data as the Maps app. This is evident from the use of Place IDs, which leverage the strength of the Apple Maps editors. This means that any updates or changes made by Apple Maps editors will be inherited by the web version without needing to update the code.

For more details, you can refer to the session Unlock the power of places with MapKit at the 03:19 mark.

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