It claims the software creates a virtual topographical map of your features, which is then measured against the donor database, looking for similar surface textures, vector templating and, of course size of features.

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So if HTML5 is more suitable for light interface enhancements, this leaves rooms for Flash to do what it does best: heavy interface enhancements, vector-based animations, advanced video and audio features, and immersive environments.

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We launched Maps initially with the first version of iOS. As time progressed, we wanted to provide our customers with even better Maps including features such as turn-by-turn directions, voice integration, Flyover and vector-based maps.

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