So, does this mean that many great apps using google map services in N900, N9 and Jolla will stop working, right?

http://www.engadget.com/2014/12/15/g...rt-going-away/

It is really, really sad.

I am using several apps that to my understand are using Google earths services. EasyStreet view, Meego/Jollaopas, Omat pysäkit to name a few... Actually majority on any programs giving you public info somehow related to maps seem to be affected. Or is google maps a totally different api? I hope I am greatly wrong. Of course services like OpenStreet maps are there, but how many old apps will be updated, I wonder...