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NewsFOX 13 Tampa BaySeptember 2, 2026Hillsborough

Apple renames Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' in Maps app for U.S. users

Apple updated its Maps application to display 'Lake America' instead of 'Lake Ontario' for users located in the United States. The change was implemented following a direct request from the Trump administration.

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Why It Matters

The change alters the digital geographic representation of a major international landmark for all U.S.-based users of the Apple Maps platform.

Key Facts

  • Apple renamed Lake Ontario to Lake America within its Maps application.
  • The change is restricted to users located within the United States.
  • The update became visible to users on Tuesday.
  • The Trump administration directly requested that Apple make this name change.

Who's Mentioned

locationLake Ontario“The geographic feature that was renamed.”organizationApple“Tech company that updated its Maps app”locationLake America“The new name applied to the geographic feature.”personDonald Trump“President who requested the name change”organizationSeneca Nation“Indigenous group opposing the name change”organizationMapQuest“Navigation company that refused to adopt the new name”personDoug Burgum“Interior Secretary who explained the administration's request”other225“Years of the treaty cited by the Seneca Nation”organizationTrump administration“The federal administration that requested the name change.”