Map Measurement Toolv1.8.3
Released April 28, 2026Major
iOS
What changed
- New featureMigrated Apple Maps search to MKLocalSearch to enable Point of Interest (POI) discovery.
- New featureAdded user preference settings for primary geocoder selection between Apple and Mapbox.
- UXImplemented intelligent retry prompt to switch geocoders automatically upon search failure.
- New featureAdded a Developer Debug Tab to view and export raw JSON API responses.
- PerformanceResolved threading issues and data-parsing logic to improve stability and prevent crashes.
Original release notes
Upgraded Search Capabilities: I migrated the Apple Maps search from the legacy address geocoder to MKLocalSearch. The app can now reliably find Points of Interest (POIs) like stadiums, parks, and businesses alongside standard street addresses. Intelligent Geocoder Fallback: Users can now set their preferred primary geocoder (Apple or Mapbox) in the Info settings. If a search fails, the app intelligently prompts the user to instantly retry the search using the alternate service. Developer Debug Tab: I’ve implemented a new internal Debug mode. This allows you to view, copy, and email the raw JSON API responses directly from the app. Under-the-Hood Stability: Resolved several threading issues related to background network calls and removed dangerous data-parsing logic that was responsible for edge-case crashes.