Apple Maps is set to receive a significant update with iOS 18, bringing a new feature that allows users to manually refresh their searches when exploring different areas on the map. The latest beta version of iOS 18 introduces a "search here" button, enabling users to quickly search for specific locations like restaurants or coffee shops in both nearby and distant areas as they pan around the map.

Previously, Apple Maps would automatically refresh the search results as users moved the map, which could be frustrating if the refresh didn't happen as expected. Now, with the "search here" button, users have more control and can prompt a manual refresh without needing to zoom in or out or cancel the search entirely.

This new feature is similar to Google Maps' "search this area" button, which has been a popular tool for users looking for precise results in different locations. The update is part of a broader set of improvements coming to Apple Maps in iOS 18, including support for trail navigation and a new web-based version of the app introduced in beta last month.

This enhancement should make Apple Maps more user-friendly, especially for those who prefer to have direct control over their search experience when exploring new places.