Apple Maps Now Features Look Around on Web: Enhanced Street-Level Views

Apple Maps Expands with Look Around Feature on the Web

After the beta launch of Apple Maps on the web in July, Apple has taken a significant step forward by integrating the Look Around street-level viewing option for several cities, as reported by 9to5Mac. This feature enhances the Apple Maps experience, making it more comparable to other mapping services like Google Maps.

How to Use Look Around

Activating Look Around is intuitive and mirrors the user-friendly controls found in the Apple Maps app on devices such as the iPhone and iPad. Users can simply click on the binoculars icon located at the bottom left of the map window. This allows them to click and drag across the map to explore different first-person perspectives in major cities.

What’s New in Apple Maps Web Beta

Initially, the Apple Maps web beta offered basic functionalities, including:

• Searching for points of interest
• Viewing ratings for locations
• Browsing area Guides
• Getting directions

With the recent addition of Look Around, the web version of Apple Maps is progressively closing the gap with its iOS, iPadOS, and macOS counterparts. However, it's worth noting that some personalization features, such as searching addresses from contacts and saving locations to the Library, are still not available.

User Experiences with Look Around

Many users, including myself, find Apple Maps on Mac to be an exceptionally smooth experience. The Look Around feature is often praised for its seamlessness compared to Google’s Street View. However, users may still find themselves relying on Google Maps for specific locations. For instance, despite spotting an Apple Maps van in my hometown of Baltimore, MD, back in 2017, Look Around is not supported in the city yet.

Where to Find Look Around

To explore the full list of cities that support the Look Around feature, you can visit Apple’s official website. This will provide users with updated information on the availability of Look Around and other features.

Conclusion

The addition of Look Around to the Apple Maps web version marks a significant enhancement in functionality, making navigation and exploration much more interactive for users. As Apple continues to refine its mapping services, we can expect more features and support for additional cities in the future.

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Discover Apple Maps' new Look Around feature on the web, offering improved street-level views and a smooth navigation experience. Learn how to activate it and explore various cities.

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Apple Maps, Look Around, Web Mapping, Navigation, Street View