The functions known to the Waze crowd will be soon Apple Maps.
Available now for developers and public beta users running iOS 14.5, and deploying to all users later this spring, the new features will allow passengers and drivers to easily report a speed check, an accident or any kind of danger they suffer while driving. Because the feature is designed to be hands-free for those behind the wheel, users can notify Siri of the incident with a voice command on their iPhone or, if supported, via CarPlay.
To ask the attendee, say “Hey Siri, report …” followed by the event, whether it’s an accident, a danger, a speech check, a radar, or just an “incident.” Beta users who have the feature will also be able to say things like “There is a fall “, or “Tthere is a speed trap here ”. Siri will be able to understand commands such as “the danger is gone” or “eliminate the crash”, and users can also tell Siri things like “the crash is still here”.
Beyond reporting features, Apple Maps is also getting some changes. Apple has added Bike Routes through Portland and San Diego, which will show users routes with designated bike lanes, bike lanes and designated bike lanes. (Currently, these features are also available for Los Angeles, San Francisco, and New York City.) The tool allows riders to check for heights and occupied areas and Siri can navigate the bike route from an iPhone, Apple Watch or with AirPods.
Finally, the company continues to expand its Guides at Maps, which offers tips on where to hike, eat, shop and venture out. Apple says Maps now includes more than 500 of these selected guides, but they are automatically updated and new ones added each week.