Now that the updated Google Maps iOS application has Google+ Local features baked in, the company has made the decision to axe the Google+ Local application. The announcement was made through an email:
Thanks, Michael!
• Search by categories of places, like “restaurants” or “coffee shops” • Read place information, including written reviews, average price, address and Street View (where available) • See what people in your Google+ circles have to say about their favorite places around the world • Rate and review places you’ve been to • Share places, locations and businesses you find
Learn more about Google Maps for iOS. This means that after August 7th, you’ll no longer be able to access the Google+ Local app through your iOS device. Any reviews and ratings that you created will be available on your Google+ profile and in the Google Maps iOS app. Thank you for using Google+ Local for iOS.
Sincerely, The Google Maps Team
