I read a blog from Canadian Business, explaining with the release of the new iPhone 5, or the update to iOS 6, apple is introducing their new maps application.

Apple maps – 3D flyover function

The blogger mentioned “the possibility that Google is withholding maps in an effort to differentiate its Android phones from iPhone, but it’s equally likely for Apple because it competes with a core function of its device.”

Google maps – TransLink trip planner & street view

I believe Apple was the one who pulled Google out of their system. Google purchased Motorola Mobility,  meaning they’ve entered the cell-phone market. Now that Apple has a competitor, I think this is a reason why Apple decided to take Google Maps out of their operating system.

Why wasn’t it have that Google took their applications away from Apple? Because Google makes profit. Samsung and HTC still apply Google Maps in their operating system. Now that Google is apart of the cell-phone industry, why didn’t Google decide to leave Samsung or HTC also?

“Two powerful forces fighting it out for map supremacy is likely to mean one thing: better maps are coming.”

Read more on Google’s purchase here.