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13/06/2012

iPhone 3GS and 4 won't get turn-by-turn directions and flyover feature in iOS 6 maps

iPhone 3GS and 4 won't get turn-by-turn directions and flyover feature in iOS 6 maps: Gallery Photo: iOS 6 Maps liveblog photos






While Apple may have the majority of its customers using the latest version of iOS, every new software update typically breaks compatibility with a round of older devices. iOS 6 is no exception — we've already learned that the original iPad and third-generation iPod touch wouldn't receive the update at all, but even devices receiving iOS 6 will miss out on some key features. Most notably, only A5 or A5x devices (the iPhone 4S, iPad 2, and new iPad) will get to use the new Flyover and turn-by-turn navigation features in iOS 6. Apple doesn't give a reason for this, so we can't say for sure that the older processor in other iOS devices is the limiting factor here, though it's certainly something all the eligible devices have in common....
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