[OSM-talk] Opportunity for a new featured layer on osm.org (was: Direct Access to MapQuest map tiles ending)

[Paul Norman]

With the MQ Open changes, there is an opportunity for a general-purpose 
map style to become a new featured layer on osm.org. The requirements 
for a new layer are at 
http://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Featured_tile_layers/Guidelines_for_new_tile_layers

The key ones are
- Supported by whomever is hosting the layer
- Global coverage
- Technically capable
- Up to date data

If someone running a set of tiles wants help proposing them to the OWG, 
I'd be able to do so. I did something similar for the HOT style. Let me 
know off list if you're interested.

On 6/15/2016 9:43 AM, Jeff Medaugh wrote:
>
> MapQuest is moving to a 100% cloud solution - the new infrastructure 
> dictates that all tile access will require a key. Details on how to 
> get keys, SDKs and general migration information is below:
>
>
> On Monday, July 11, 2016, our direct tile access to MapQuest legacy 
> maps will be discontinued. After Monday, July 11, 2016, we’ll require 
> those using our direct tiles access to sign up for a plan on the 
> Developer Network and transition to one of our four mapping solutions:
>
>  *
>
>     MapQuest plugin for Leaflet
>
>  *
>
>     iOS mobile SDK
>
>  *
>
>     Android mobile SDK
>
>  *
>
>     Static map API
>
> Get new keys and SDKs here: https://developer.mapquest.com/
>
> FAQ and details are below. If you have additional questions about 
> these changes, please email us at developer-services at mapquest.com 
> <mailto:developer-services at mapquest.com>or contact us via our forum 
> (URL below).
>
> *FAQ:*
>
>
> If I don’t sign up for a new AppKey, will my service be shut off?
>
> If you’re currently getting direct tile access, your service will be 
> shut off beginning Monday,  July 11, 2016. We encourage you to sign up 
> for a plan to access an AppKey and access our various mapping solutions.
>
>
> What are the differences between the plans you offer?
>
> The available plans include: Free, Basic, Plus, Business, Business 
> Enhanced, Business Plus, and Business Plus Enhanced. Please see our 
> plans page for pricing and additional information. We also offer an 
> Enterprise-level plan that includes additional benefits and 
> flexibility. If you are interested in an Enterprise-level plan, please 
> contact us to discuss licensing options.
>
>
> How are transactions counted within your mapping solutions?
>
> A map transaction is generally generated under the following 
> circumstances:
>
>  *
>
>     The initial load of the map when using SDKs such as the JavaScript
>     Maps API, Leaflet Plugins, Mobile SDKS, or legacy Flash Maps API
>
>  *
>
>     There is a change in zoom level
>
>  *
>
>     There is a change in map type, for instance, a change from the
>     default map to satellite imagery
>
>  *
>
>     The user pans and causes more than 40% of the displayed map to
>     change (legacy Flash Maps API only).
>
>  *
>
>     A request is made to the Static Map API Web Service.
>
>
> What if I need help with the transition to a new mapping solution?
>
> Please visit the forums on our Developer Network if you have questions 
> about transitioning from direct tile access to Leaflet, Mobile SDK or 
> Static Map API.
>
> https://developer.mapquest.com/forum
>
> -- 
>
> *Jeff Medaugh *Product Manager - Developer Services
>
> MapQuest <http://www.mapquest.com/>
>
>
>
>
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