Beginning this week, Apple launched a new Apple Maps feature in the United States that allows users to provide ratings for businesses, tourist attractions and other landmarks. This feature is called Ratings and Photos and will replace or supplement Yelp in the future.
Yelp is a third-party rating and review service that currently provides ratings and comments for Apple Maps users. Apple’s new system uses a thumbs up/down approach to provide feedback in multiple categories depending on the business and location.
For example, users can rate products, customer service, and overall experience at the Apple Park Visitor Center in Cupertino, California, which is a dual-use facility that also functions as a retail store.
Users can also upload photos to display with ratings, although Apple’s system does not support text comments. As MacRumors reported on Monday, other rating categories include food quality, atmosphere, and more. A total of three categories are usually provided for the rating of each location.
