Apple Maps Renames Lake Ontario as 'Lake America', Following Google
Apple has updated its Apple Maps application to rename Lake Ontario as 'Lake America' in line with an executive order issued by former U.S. President Donald Trump during a trade dispute with Canada. This change mirrors similar updates made by Google, which had previously renamed the lake on its maps after it was officially changed in the U.S. Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). The Canadian version of Apple Maps still displays 'Lake Ontario,' while international versions show both names. This is not the first time tech companies have followed Trump's executive orders to rename geographical features; earlier, Google and Apple also renamed the Gulf of Mexico as the 'Gulf of America.' In contrast, MapQuest has refused such changes, maintaining its original labels for these bodies of water. The decision highlights how major technology firms align with political directives in their mapping services. The move reflects broader corporate responses to executive actions that influence digital representation and public perception.
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