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Apple Maps ads inch closer to release with iOS 26.5 beta 2

AppleInsider • Mon, 13 Apr 2026

Ads will soon make their way to Apple Maps , with the latest iOS 26.5 developer beta offering additional insight into how they'll work. iOS 26.5 beta 2 includes a new splash screen for Apple Maps ads. Following multiple rumors of advertisements coming to Apple Maps, the change was officially confirmed on March 24. With Monday's iOS 26.5 developer beta , Apple has now taken the first step towards bringing ads to the iPhone 's built-in Maps app. The software update contains a new splash screen detailing the key aspects of Apple Maps ads. "Maps may show local ads based on your approximate location, current search terms, or view of the map while you search," reads the screen. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Ads will soon make their way to Apple Maps , with the latest iOS 26.5 developer beta offering additional insight into how they'll work.

iOS 26.5 beta 2 includes a new splash screen for Apple Maps ads.

Following multiple rumors of advertisements coming to Apple Maps, the change was officially confirmed on March 24.

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