Apple’s Indoor Maps at Jewel Changi Airport Are Live!
What’s New
Apple just rolled out its Indoor Maps for the iconic Jewel Changi Airport, so next time you’re wandering inside the sprawling atrium or between the huge shopping spaces, you can confidently find your way with a tap on your iPhone. The upgrade went live over the weekend and is already hitting users in real time.
Why It Matters
- Mind‑blowing navigation through the indoor jungle and glass towers.
- Instantly locate gates, boutiques, restaurants, or that hidden waterfall you’re craving.
- No more frantic “Where am I?” searches or counting steps by hand.
Tip of the Day
Pack your phone, lock in your flight details, and let Apple’s new mapping let you glide through the hub like a pro. Trust us – losing your sense of direction just got a whole lot easier.
You can get a bird’s-eye view of Jewel’s layout right from the get-go. It’s possible to pick and view individual floors of the mall to find your favourite outlet – be it the ever-popular Pokémon Centre, the massive Tokyu Hands outlet, and even Apple’s very own Apple Store within the premises.<img alt="" data-caption="Apple Maps on Aug 27, 2021.
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Apple Maps vs Google Maps: Who’s got the Walmart‑level Detail for Jewel?
In a universe where phones give you directions to your bathtub, I stumbled on something odd: Apple Maps actually seems to know every single shop on Basement 2 at Jewel, while Google Maps is still playing the “I’ll just give you a number” game.
Apple Maps – The Chrome‑iReview
- Every big name: Costco, Walmart, Home Depot – check!
- Mid‑tier stars: Big Lots, Target – check!
- Mom‑for‑um stuff: Five Below, Party City, Dollar Tree – check, check, check!
- Other tiny treasures that Google usually drops: Vibe Bistro, Cycle City – just the shop numbers without the name.
Google Maps – The Minimalist Mindset
- Reservable floor + shop number: Floor 2, Shop 08B – no “what’s here” line.
- If you’re looking for HubSpot Service or EcoLuxe, it’s just a number – you’ll need to walk over to find out.
- Some larger brands still have a spot on the map, but the info? Roughly “just a shop on Basement 2.”
The Bottom Line? Apple Maps rocks the “Everything Here” vibe, while Google sticks to the “duck, nest, and look for the services by phone.”
Indoor Maps also offer shortcuts to several important landmarks. For example, finding the nearest washroom is just one tap away. Oddly enough, Apple Maps let users leave behind reviews for these amenities.
Unfortunately, the actual Changi Airport terminals themselves aren’t yet added to Apple’s list of available Indoor Maps for airports worldwide. Pre-departure rituals (trips to the loo, changing currencies beforehand, buying duty-free stuff, figuring out where your departure gate is) would be much more convenient if you’re able to plan your route before reaching the airport.
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Apple has been ramping up its Apple Maps services and useability, with a major update to traffic and cities due at the launch of iOS 15.
“Aiyah, this HWZ writer never heard of a mall directory, meh? This kind of thing also can PSA!”
True, but if you’ve ever had fussy family or friends in tow, you’d know how detailed maps for malls like Jewel can be the defining difference between a fun day out or Hell on Earth.
This article was first published in Hardware Zone.
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