USER INTERFACES FOR SUPPLEMENTAL MAPS

An electronic device displays supplemental map information in various applications, providing curated navigation directions, virtual views of physical locations, and media content.

The electronic device can display supplemental maps in a primary map application.
It can show curated navigation directions using these supplemental maps.
Virtual views of physical locations can be displayed using the supplemental maps.
Media content can be integrated into a map application.
Annotations can be added to maps and shared with other devices.
Access to supplemental maps can be obtained through a map store user interface.
Routes associated with supplemental maps can be displayed.
Artificial intelligence modules can be used to generate supplemental maps.

Key Features and Innovation

Displaying supplemental map information in various applications.
Curated navigation directions using supplemental maps.
Virtual views of physical locations through supplemental maps.
Integration of media content into map applications.
Sharing annotated maps with other devices.
Accessing supplemental maps through a map store user interface.
Displaying routes associated with supplemental maps.
Utilizing artificial intelligence modules to generate supplemental maps.

Potential Applications

This technology can be used in:

Navigation and mapping applications.
Tourism and travel guides.
Location-based media content delivery.
Collaborative map annotation platforms.
Augmented reality applications.

Problems Solved

Enhancing navigation and mapping experiences.
Providing curated and personalized navigation directions.
Offering virtual views of physical locations.
Integrating media content seamlessly into map applications.
Facilitating collaborative map annotation and sharing.

Benefits

Improved user experience in navigation and mapping.
Personalized and curated navigation directions.
Enhanced visualization of physical locations.
Seamless integration of media content.
Efficient collaboration and sharing of annotated maps.

Commercial Applications

"Enhancing Navigation Experiences with Supplemental Maps: A Market Analysis"
This technology can be utilized by mapping and navigation companies to improve their services and user engagement.
It can also be integrated into tourism and travel applications to provide immersive experiences for users.

Prior Art

There are existing technologies that focus on enhancing mapping and navigation experiences through supplemental information and media content integration. Researchers have explored the use of artificial intelligence in generating personalized navigation directions.

Frequently Updated Research

Ongoing research in this field includes advancements in artificial intelligence algorithms for generating more accurate and context-aware supplemental maps. Researchers are also exploring the integration of augmented reality technology to provide enhanced virtual views of physical locations.

Questions about Supplemental Maps

How do supplemental maps enhance the user experience in navigation applications?

Supplemental maps provide additional context and information, making navigation more personalized and curated for users.

What are the potential challenges in integrating media content into map applications?

One challenge could be ensuring seamless integration without compromising the performance and usability of the application.

Original Abstract Submitted

in some embodiments, an electronic device displays supplemental map information in a primary map application. in some embodiments, an electronic device displays curated navigation directions using supplemental maps. in some embodiments, an electronic device displays virtual views of a physical location or environment using supplemental maps. in some embodiments, an electronic device displays media content in a map application. in some embodiments, an electronic device displays map information in a media content application. in some embodiments, an electronic device adds annotations to maps which are shared to a second electronic device. in some embodiments, an electronic device facilitates a way to obtain access to supplemental maps via a map store user interface. in some embodiments, an electronic device displays one or more routes associated with a supplemental map. in some embodiments, an electronic device utilizes one or more artificial intelligence modules to generate a supplemental map.

Apple inc. (20240200967). USER INTERFACES FOR SUPPLEMENTAL MAPS simplified abstract

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