So far at the Apple developers conference there has been no real surprises to come out of it yet although they have shown some software that indicates they are distancing itself from Google. Apple has created their own mapping and navigation software that will replace the Google Maps on all iPhones and iPads. They have also struck a deal with Facebook to have integrated services built in.
“More than 75% of our customers checked the top box, very satisfied, compared to less than 50% for the competition,” Scott Forstall said, referring to Android. Even Siri, who welcomed the crowd with a light-hearted video intro, took aim. Among her first jokes was a jab at Android’s different version names, which are desserts. “Hey, any of you guys been working with Ice Cream Sandwich or Jelly Bean? Who’s been making up these code names, Ben and Jerry?” Siri said.