Location is currently one of the hottest topics in the software industry and a number of top companies are working on it. Google can be considered the giant of this field but Apple also likes to be in control when it comes to their own devices. TechCrunch have reported that with iOS 3.2 for iPad in April, Apple started relying on their own database for location based services and utilizing it with Google Maps data for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Apple revealed this earlier this month while responding to federal legislators about privacy concerns. Here is what Apple said in the statement:  Read more...

Permalink: Apple has its own Maps Location Database since April. No more dependant on Google and Skyhook for iOS 3.2+ on iPad

Google maps is possibly one of the most important apps in your smartphone which helps you easily find your destination. Google has released version 4.3 of Google Maps application for Android phones. So, if you are running 1.6 or higher then you should download Google Maps 4.3 for Android by going to the Android Market/ The three major additions in this version are Place pages, Transit, and Latitude.  Read more...

Permalink: Google Maps 4.3 for Android released with great new features

After a month when Google Maps 4.0 was released comes another update 4.1. The best thing about this update is that it adds a latitude gadget on the home screen. The new Maps app makes finding people and places quick and easy.

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Permalink: Google Maps 4.1 available now for Android

Did you see Bing Maps today?. If not, then you should go ahead and have a look at it by yourself. You will get a surprise, a pleasant one that is. The reason being, Bing Maps Interface just got cooler than before. Bing team has revamped the look and feel of Bing maps giving it a slicker look.  Read more...

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