Apple will allow some iOS users to change their default map app from Apple Maps to another app of their preference, such as Google Maps or Waze. This feature will be available to EU users in accordance with the new Digital Markets Act (DMA) and will be introduced with iOS 18. Over the years, Apple Maps has received numerous updates and improvements. Despite initial criticism, it has become the preferred choice for some iPhone users over Google Maps. However, Apple Maps may no longer be the only default option.
iPhone users will be able to change their default map app to Google Maps Until now, iPhone users who could not adapt to Apple Maps had no option to replace the default Apple Maps app with an alternative. Apple will finally offer the option for some iOS users to switch their default map app from Apple Maps to another preferred app like Google Maps or Waze.
Last week, Apple continued to prepare for compliance with the EU's new Digital Markets Act, signaling a move away from monopolistic practices. Apple plans to introduce a new default setting option in Settings, aiming for implementation by March 2025.
Google Maps to Gain Long-Awaited Feature! It remains unclear whether Apple will offer this feature to all users. However, it will definitely be available to EU users due to new legislative requirements.
This significant development is included in the documents presented by Apple under the DMA and had gone unnoticed until now. It appears that the option to choose Google Maps as the default will arrive with iOS 18.
