Highly accurate Apple Maps data now available in Finland, Norway and Sweden

For the first time, customers in Finland, Norway, and Sweden can enjoy Apple Maps enhancements like Look Around, augmented reality navigation, 3D imaging, and more.

• What’s happening? Apple has released its maps with data such as Look Around and augmented reality destinations in Finland, Norway and Sweden.
• Why care? With this update, users in these countries will get more detailed maps and features like Look Around and 3D landmarks for the first time.
• What to do? Launch the Maps app and see 3D views of Olofsborg in Finland, Akershus in Norway and Palmhusset in Sweden.

Rich Apple Maps data available in Finland, Norway and Sweden

“Apple Maps is the best way to explore and navigate the world while protecting your privacy,”Apple’s Eddie Cue said in a statement translated from the Apple Sweden website. “We’re excited to bring this experience to even more users with the new features we’re launching today.”Customers from the aforementioned European countries can now enjoy enhanced map data on their iPhone, iPad and Mac.

Improvements include:

• 3D landmarks
• Domestic cards at airports
• Natural Language Guide
• More detailed roads and parks
• Faster and more accurate navigation
• More accurate location information
• Look around with Google Street View
• Walking tours in augmented reality

This is a server-side change, so an iOS update is not required to use advanced maps.

This is the first time that customers in the above countries have access to some of Maps’ coolest features, such as detailed 3D landmarks and Look Around. Feel free to check out 3D views of landmarks such as Olofsborg in Finland, Akershus Fortress in Norway, and Palmhuset in Sweden.

Enjoying the look around

Look Around is a feature similar to Google Street View that provides street level photography. If Apple has collected Look Around images for any given location, tap the binoculars icon that appears on the map to explore seamless 360-degree panoramic views. If you want to use AR turn-by-turn directions, tap the cube icon, raise your iPhone, and follow the on-screen instructions.

Availability of Apple Maps features

Some features supported by Apple Maps may not be available in certain countries. Visit these web pages to see which Maps features are available in your area.

• Availability of iOS and iPadOS 16 features
• Availability of macOS features
• WatchOS Feature Availability

Apple maintains a fleet of specialized vehicles equipped with LiDAR sensors and cameras that travel around the world to capture detailed map data. Visit maps.apple.com/imagecollection and select your country from the menu to find out when Apple is doing ground surveys in your area.

High-quality Apple Maps in other countries

Since debuting in the US in 2019, the updated Maps has been made available in Canada, Australia, Singapore, the UK, Ireland, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, France, Monaco, and New Zealand, as well as European countries such as the Netherlands, Belgium, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg and Switzerland.

New Maps features available in iOS and iPadOS 16 include route planning with up to 15 stops and support for transportation maps and fares.