What's new in MapKit for SwiftUI this year?
Asked on 08/01/2024
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This year, MapKit for SwiftUI has introduced several new features to enhance the integration of place information into your apps. Here are the key updates:
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Place Identifiers: MapKit now includes an identifier for places, allowing you to reference places represented by map items more effectively. This can be particularly useful for managing and displaying place-related data in your app.
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Place Details API: The MapItem detail API can be used to present detailed information about a place, even if your app doesn't feature a map view. This API is available for UIKit, AppKit, and SwiftUI, providing flexibility across different platforms.
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Selection Accessory APIs: These APIs allow you to show place information directly on the map, enhancing the user experience by providing contextual details about places.
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MapKit JS Enhancements: For web integration, MapKit JS has been streamlined to require less code for initialization and now includes a new token provisioning tool for easier management of domain-specific tokens.
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