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Google updates Street View app. Adds more countries.
In a bid to trump its fiercest rival in the
smartphone space, Google is launching what it claims is its “biggest
ever update” to its Street View application.
Apple launched its long-awaited iPhone 5 handset in September this
year, but the firm attracted criticism for its custom-built Maps
application, part of its iOS6 platform.
The Google Maps app was dropped from the platform in favour of the
app, but even Apple CEO Tim Cook conceded that users are better off
using rival services, and recently apologised for the glitches in the
Cupertino firm’s own offering.
Google has opted not to release a new version of Google Maps for the
iOS platform yet though, and is focusing on developing it further in an
effort to convert Apple users to its Android platform.
It is adding Street View coverage in Macau, Singapore, Sweden, the
US, Thailand, Taiwan, Italy, Great Britain, Denmark, Norway and Canada.
In addition, the firm is doubling its “special collections”, which are
in-depth maps covering areas of interest such as university campuses,
zoos and malls. It has launched new special collections in South Africa,
Japan, Spain, France, Brazil and Mexico.
“Street View is a useful resource when you’re planning a route or
looking for a destination, but it can also magically transport you to
some of the world’s picturesque and culturally significant landmarks,”
said Ulf Spitzer, Street View program manager at Google. “We hope you
enjoy taking a virtual stroll around some of the world’s beautiful
places.”
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