How long does it take Apple to update or correct "Maps" data?

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How long does it take Apple to update or correct "Maps" data?

I have tried to update Maps data from my iPhone 5 several times by using "Report an Issue" under the ℹ button. I have sent screen images and described streets that no longer exist due to construction in my area. But old street names remain and the imagery is at least 4 years old. How long does it take to make updates?

By the way, I have made updates to Open Street Maps (instantly) and Google Maps (takes longer with review). Apple seems to use a proprietary approach.

iPhone 5, iOS 9.3.2

Posted on Jun 4, 2016 12:00 PM

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Answer 1

ChrisJ4203

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Jun 4, 2016 12:03 PM in response to MacDurk

I'm not sure. Apple map data is currently provided by 3rd party data providers, and error reports have to be forwarded to them, and I would imagine then returned to Apple. Since speculation is prohibited here, the only one that could correctly answer the question is Apple, and they do not participate here. I woudl send feedback to Apple here, http://www.apple.com/feedback and click on the appropriate subject and let them know.

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Rysz

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Jun 4, 2016 12:03 PM in response to MacDurk

We're just user like you. We don't know the answer.

In my personal experience, sometimes it's corrected within days, sometimes never.

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