John Ribeiro covers outsourcing and general technology breaking news from India for The IDG News Service. The maps app will also feature turn-by-turn navigation with spoken directions, interactive 3D views, realtime traffic information with alternate time-saving routes if traffic conditions change significantly, and local search for over 100 million businesses. TomTom, a mapmaker, provides the map data and updates its map databases. The upcoming iOS 6 includes vector-based map elements that make graphics and text smooth, and panning, tilting and zooming fluid, according to Apple. There is no way to force an update to the Apple Maps app on your iPhone or iPad. TomTom will be the primary but not the only supplier of maps and related data to Apple, as the company does not have mapping data for some countries such as China, Titulaer said. Its customers include Internet companies, mobile handset makers, and network operators, besides government and enterprise, the company said on its website. Other products include portable navigation devices, in-dash infotainment systems, and fleet management services. Headquartered in Amsterdam, the company also offers an up-to-date route planner, including live traffic information. TomTom claims up-to-date digital maps that cover over 200 countries and territories.

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