Once iOS 18.4 is officially launched, certain users will have the ability to select a default navigation app other than Apple Maps. This new feature can be accessed through the Settings app by navigating to Apps, then Default Apps, and finally Navigation. With this update, users will have the option to choose apps like Google Maps or Waze to automatically open when receiving directions.
This update is anticipated to be well-received by many iPhone users. However, not all users will have access to this feature. The option to select a default navigation app will only be available in the European Union. This change was announced by Apple earlier in the month as part of their response to the Digital Markets Act implemented by the EU.
In the United States, iPhone owners have the ability to set preferences for various default programs. Currently, American users can select default apps for email, messaging, calling, call filtering, browser, passwords and codes, contactless, keyboards, and now, with iOS 18.4, a default translation app.
On the other side of the Atlantic, European users have more freedom to customize their Apple experience. Notably, they are able to . Some features introduced to comply with the Digital Markets Act have also been rolled out in other regions, such as granting third-party access to the that enables functions like tap-to-pay. Differences in laws and regulations across regions can result in varying user experiences globally. The advancements in user experience for EU users compared to Apple’s home market suggest a deliberate strategy rather than isolated incidents.
As of now, iOS 18.4 is still in the beta stage, with the official release expected in April.
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