Apple Maps to Introduce Ads in 2026

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Apple Maps could soon show paid ads from restaurants and retailers as early as next year, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.
The move would mirror Google Maps’ ad model, letting brick-and-mortar businesses promote themselves in local search results.
It’s part of Apple’s broader strategy to expand its ad network across iOS, alongside the App Store and Apple TV+.

[Rimon Khan]

Apple Maps with ads? Not sure users will love that move.

[Abdul Khan]

Interesting — Apple turning Maps into a revenue stream shows how serious they are about ads.