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Apple Rolls Out iOS 26.5 with Maps Suggestions, Ads

5/13/2026

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  • Apple released iOS 26.5 in the United States and Canada, adding a Suggested Places feature to Maps.
  • The feature shows two recommended locations upon tapping the Maps search bar, drawing from trending spots and recent search history and refreshing each time the screen opens.
  • iOS 26.5 adds compatibility for Apple Maps ads and a popup that ads may appear based on location, search terms, or map view, not linked to the Apple Account.