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MapQuest Introduces Surveillance Camera Layer in Mapping App

MapQuest Introduces Surveillance Camera Layer in Mapping App

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ThreatCluster •October 18, 2026 at 02:09 UTC
  • •MapQuest's new feature shows locations of surveillance cameras and ALPRs.
  • •The data may be sourced from user submissions and OpenStreetMap.
  • •The update follows other recent enhancements to the MapQuest app.

MapQuest has launched a new feature that allows users to view the locations of outdoor surveillance cameras and automated license plate readers (ALPRs) in their neighborhoods. This feature, dubbed the 'Surveillance Layer,' includes data from various manufacturers, including Flock Safety and Motorola Solutions. While the company has not disclosed the exact sourcing of this data, it may be similar to user-submitted information from platforms like DeFlock. The update follows MapQuest's recent enhancements, including Android Auto support and public transit directions. This feature aims to inform users about the prevalence of surveillance technology in their areas, although it does not provide a means to avoid these cameras during commutes. The app's popularity has surged recently, partly due to its stance against the Trump administration's naming of Lake Ontario as Lake America.

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2026-10-17
MapQuest launches Surveillance Layer
MapQuest introduced a new feature displaying locations of outdoor surveillance cameras and ALPRs, including those from Flock Safety.
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2026-10-17
Feature announcement reported
The new Surveillance Layer was reported by multiple outlets, highlighting its potential impact on user awareness of surveillance technology.
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Common questions

What cameras are included in the layer?
The layer includes cameras from manufacturers like Flock Safety, Motorola Solutions, and others.
How does MapQuest source the camera data?
MapQuest has not specified how it sources its data, but it may be similar to user-submitted data from DeFlock.
Can users avoid these cameras while navigating?
The feature does not provide a way to avoid these cameras; it only informs users of their locations.