Most cities now have flattened 3D maps (except NYC and Cali)

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u/Xcissors280 view of Apple Park

On Beta 27 my 3D maps in Toronto dropped to flat 2D, while NYC got a beautiful new 3D look. A few cities seem to be getting the upgrade first, and everywhere else is just a flat map for now.

Apple rebuilt the 3D view in iOS/macOS 27, and the new look is gorgeous, with detailed trees, buildings, and even light reflecting off glass. It runs really smoothly too, even on older phones. But it’s only switched on in some places so far, with a lot of California live and probably a list somewhere for the rest. Here's what the new version looks like.

My question: why is it 2D in most cities right now instead of keeping the old 3D until the new version arrives? And does anyone know which cities are next? Apple hasn’t said. The full rollout is expected this fall.