While both Apple Maps and Google Maps have made the change, MapQuest refused to use the lake’s new name
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Apple Maps now displays “Lake America” instead of “Lake Ontario” for users in the United States
The renaming follows Trump’s Aug. 27 executive order, which is part of a broader effort to rebrand geographic landmarks
Canada has rejected the change and continues to use the traditional name amid tensions with the U.S.
Following Google Maps’ lead, Apple Maps has rebranded Lake Ontario as “Lake America” following President Donald Trump’s executive order on Aug. 27.
Apple made the move on Tuesday, Sept. 1, Reuters reported. Users in the…
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