"there is nothing really comparable to Google Maps out there"
How exactly? The previous app used Google Maps API and was completely lackluster. The only good thing using their API is their own Android app.
Now, what are Apple's options again?
Contribute to the cash flow of a company detaining the monopoly on mapping data when they can backstab you at any moment? That sounds like the stupidest strategic decision ever. Better get a true partnership.
I'm amazed how HN crowd is vocal against the big companies, but when it's about Google their monopolies are actually encouraged...
How exactly? The previous app used Google Maps API and was completely lackluster. The only good thing using their API is their own Android app.
Now, what are Apple's options again?
Contribute to the cash flow of a company detaining the monopoly on mapping data when they can backstab you at any moment? That sounds like the stupidest strategic decision ever. Better get a true partnership.
I'm amazed how HN crowd is vocal against the big companies, but when it's about Google their monopolies are actually encouraged...