Is Your iOS App Ready?
Google Maps is Dropping CocoaPods Support
If your business relies on a custom iOS app to power your delivery tracking, store locators, or real-time logistics, there’s a technical shift happening at Google that needs to be on your radar.
Google recently announced they are phasing out CocoaPods support for the Google Maps Platform iOS SDKs. At Daytek Digital, we believe in keeping our partners ahead of the curve, so let’s break down what this means for your business—minus the heavy jargon.
What’s Changing?
For years, CocoaPods was the "go-to" toolbox for developers to add Google Maps into iPhone apps. However, as Apple’s own ecosystem has evolved, they’ve introduced a native, more streamlined tool called Swift Package Manager (SPM).Google is now officially "passing the torch" to SPM to align with Apple’s modern standards.
The Business Reality: Why This Matters
As a business owner, you don’t need to worry about the code, but you do need to understand the lifecycle of your product.- Security & Features: Staying on CocoaPods means you’ll eventually stop receiving critical security patches and the latest Map features (like improved 3D imagery or advanced routing).
- Stability: Transitioning to a native Apple tool (SPM) reduces "app bloat" and makes your application more stable during major iOS version updates.
- Maintenance: This is a standard part of the software "oil change." It requires a small investment of developer time now to prevent a massive headache (and higher costs) later.
The Daytek Advice: Don’t Wait for a Crash
We aren't in "emergency mode" yet, but proactivity is the hallmark of a well-run digital strategy.- Audit: Reach out to your development team or agency and ask if your current iOS build relies on CocoaPods for Google Maps.
- Plan: Don't open a separate project just for this. Schedule the migration to Swift Package Manager during your next planned feature update to save on deployment costs.
- Future-Proof: Use this as an opportunity to ensure your other third-party integrations are also following modern Apple standards.
At Daytek Digital, we handle the "under-the-hood" shifts so you can focus on scaling. If you aren't sure how your app is built or need a technical audit to ensure you're ready for the next version of iOS, let’s chat.