Apple Changes Lake Name to Lake America
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Apple is a big technology company. They make iPhones and computers. Apple uses maps on their phones. Maps show places and names. Recently, Apple changed a name on their maps. They changed Lake Ontario to Lake America.
What Happened
A big lake sits between Canada and the United States. It is called Lake Ontario. Apple's maps app now calls it Lake America. Google did this first. Google is another big technology company. They changed the name too.
Why Did This Happen
The leader of the United States made an order. His name is Trump. He wants to change some names. He thinks Lake America is a better name. Apple and Google followed this order. They updated their maps for users.
What People Think
Some people like this change. Other people do not like it. Canada is not happy. The lake is partly in Canada. Many Canadians use the old name. They have used Lake Ontario for a long time.
What Is a Map App
A map app is a tool on your phone. It shows you places and streets. It helps you find locations. Millions of people use map apps every day. When companies change names on maps, many people see the change.
Discussion Questions
- Do you use map apps on your phone? Which ones do you use?
- How do you feel about companies changing place names?
- Have you seen your own country's name on a map app?
- Do you think Lake America or Lake Ontario is a better name?
- Should other countries follow the same rule about names?
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