Why is the map not staying in landscape position?

Whenever the phone sleep and wakes, the map reverts to vertical (not landscape) position even though it was in landscape before phone went to sleep. It seems to be a new problem. Any idea why or how I can fix it?

iPhone 6, iOS 10.3.2

Posted on Jul 31, 2017 6:24 AM

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Jan 7, 2018 7:56 PM in response to Gksong200

Same issue here. I usually have it in landscape mode on my Harley and the vibrations does let the mode change between landscape and portrait mode very frequently. Therefore I would like to lock the screen while in landscape mode... but whenever I lock it, it goes back into portrait mode... very frustrating... why is it so difficult for Apple to implement?

Sep 28, 2017 11:46 PM in response to chuck_3rd

Not sure if you have answered the question correctly because he asked why the map is in portrait mode when the phone is locked and screen is off and come back on again but not unlocked.

This is the problem I have and it has been like this from the beginning of iPhone.


Yes I can have it unlocked for landscape but if you have it locked it's only bright when new info on map.

Jul 31, 2017 6:51 PM in response to Gksong200

Hello Gksong200,

Thanks for reaching out to the Apple Support Community. I understand you’ve been experiencing some trouble with the orientation of Apple Maps, and i have some information that may help.

The orientation of the Maps app is normally determined by the way you hold your phone. The gyroscope will sense if you are holding your phone vertically or horizontally and adjust the map appropriately. However, if the orientation is locked in one position or the other, you may want to check that you do not have your orientation lock turned on. Have a look at the article below to learn how.

If the screen doesn't rotate on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
If this only occurs after going to sleep, it may also help to restart your phone as described in the article below.
Restart your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

If you run into any trouble, please reach out again.
​Best Regards.

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