While Apple fanatics around the world queued up, eagerly awaiting the launch of the iPhone 5, many existing users are not as thrilled with some of the company's recent moves. A controversial change to the new operating system has many users up-in-arms.
iOS 6, Apple's newest mobile operating system, launched on Wednesday. The OS comes standard on all new iPhones and iPods, and is available to current iOS users, who can update their software either by cellular data or by connecting to iTunes. But before you go running to update yours, there's one thing you should know.
While the new operating system adds a slew of enticing features, including even more integration into the company's cloud computing service, iCloud, it takes one important use away. Rather than continuing to collaborate with Google Maps Apple created its own maps app, which doesn't include public transportation routes or schedules.
Several urban-dwelling iOS users are feeling hung out to dry by the oversight. The integration of turn-by-turn navigation is a welcome upgrade for many, but those who use public transportation are looking elsewhere for a solution to their sometimes hectic day-to-day commmutes.
Many iOS users relied on this feature completely for navigating complicated transportation systems, and are now feeling, well, lost. Because of the immense public outcry, help is on the way though. Rumors of Google having submitted a Maps app to the App Store were confirmed via Twitter yesterday, meaning that there may be hope for the directionally challenged.
In response to the public outcry, a statement from Apple assured users that they are aware of the issue, and that the native Maps software will improve.
Even though this doesn't seem very PR positive, the company's stock hit another record high today, as customers flocked to buy the latest offering.
In the meantime, there are plenty of third-party apps that can fill the void. If you need advice on how to or whether you should upgrade the software on your iPad, speak to a knowledgeable sales person at PortableOne.