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Apple Releases iOS 6.1.1 Beta to Developers With Improved Maps for Japan

Apple Releases iOS 6.1.1 Beta to Developers With Improved Maps for Japan

Posted February 6, 2013 at 6:51pm by iClarified · 15332 views
Apple has released iOS 6.1.1 beta to developers with improved Maps for Japan.

Overview:
iOS 6.1.1 beta 1 includes the following improvements to Maps for Japan:
● Improved pronunciation of roads during turn-by-turn navigation
● Optimized directions to more strongly prefer highways over narrower roads
● Now indicates upcoming toll roads during turn-by-turn navigation
● Added labels for junctions, interchanges, on-ramps, off-ramps, and intersections
● Added indicators for transit station buildings, subway lines, and traffic lights
● Updated freeway color to green
● Updated icons for some location categories including fire stations, hospitals, and post offices
● Added 3D buildings including Tokyo Station, Japan Imperial Palace, and Tokyo Tower

Developers can download the update from the iOS Dev Center.

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