cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/26246923
Currently there’s only 3 big players when it comes to maps. You’ve got Google, Apple and Microsoft.
Let’s try to make OpenStreetMap the best map there is. Go grab StreetComplete and start mapping your surroundings when you’re out and about.
All the data is under a public license and managed by a non-profit foundation in the UK.
It’s very easy to get started, and quite addictive.
Google never used OSM intensively. Apple has in some regions, but I’m not sure how it has evolved over the years.
Ahh okay, maybe I mix Google with Apple then, or possibly even Bing Maps from Microsoft?