Apple confirms new iPhone feature that Formula 1 fans won't want to miss

The Formula One season is revving up to be one of the most thrilling in years. F1 stars Oscar Piastri, Lando Norris, Max Verstappen, and George Russell are all contenders for the title in 2025, with just a few points separating these top four drivers. It's already been a stellar start to the season, and to add to the excitement, we're about to begin another triple header of races, including a trip to the iconic streets of Monaco.

It’s one of the toughest but most glamorous events of the year, and those lucky enough to have bagged a ticket to the French Riviera might want to check their iPhone for a very useful update.

It's just been confirmed that Apple has added its "Detailed City Experience" to Monaco, which now shows landmarks in far more detail.

This Maps service is already available in cities such as San Francisco, London and Paris and now there's another way to explore the globe thanks to this update.

Apple says the change has been introduced in the lead-up to the Formula 1 TAG Heuer Grand Prix de Monaco 2025. It’s also been released in the run-up to F1 The Movie, starring Brad Pitt, which arrives in cinemas next month.

So what's new?

From today, when pulling up Monaco in Apple Maps, the Detailed City Experience shows custom-designed 3D Monégasque landmarks of iconic locations, including Casino de Monte-Carlo, Fairmont Monte Carlo, Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, Yacht Club de Monaco, and the F1 Paddock Club. There’s even a dark mode, which gives users an evening view of Monaco in a moonlit glow that activates at dusk.

In time for the upcoming Grand Prix de Monaco, Apple Maps is also offering users, attendees, and F1 fans an in-depth way to explore and enjoy the race.

The famous racetrack will be highlighted in Maps, and includes details like markers for each of the circuit’s iconic turns, along with 3D representations of grandstands, footbridges, the finish line, and more. Maps will also share advisories like road closures to help attendees get around as seamlessly as possible.

“Apple Maps is the best way to navigate and explore the world, so we’re excited to bring this amazing experience to F1 fans and attendees of the Grand Prix de Monaco,” said Eddy Cue, Apple’s senior vice president of Services.

“Whether fans are there in person or watching from afar, the beautifully designed Detailed City Experience and Monaco Grand Prix features give them an incredible view into Monaco, just in time for the race and the upcoming premiere of F1 The Movie.”

The Monaco update isn'st all. Apple also say that, in celebration of next month’s release of Apple Original Films’ F1 The Movie, Maps users can also explore a custom Guide featuring the world’s most iconic F1 racetracks, including Monaco and other tracks featured in the film.