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Ars Technicaarstechnica@mastodon.social
Sep 9, 2026, 5:13 PM
UN “Correct the Map” resolution won’t change Mercator map use in navigation apps
UN-backed Equal Earth map has educational value but won’t alter navigation apps.
https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/09/un-correct-the-map-resolution-wont-change-mercator-map-use-in-navigation-apps/?utm_brand=arstechnica&utm_social-type=owned&utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social
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huntingdonhuntingdon@mstdn.social
Sep 9, 2026, 8:31 PM
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That might be because the new - additional - map is useful for increasing understanding of the true size and location of land masses, it cannot be used for navigation.
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