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I also live in Manhattan. The new Maps app integrates pretty well with Embark NYC (free), and possibly other transit apps that repackage the MTA's info.

Embark's website: http://letsembark.com/

App Store link: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app//id450991137?mt=8

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I'll give it a shot but from a user's perspective, I took for granted the ease with which I could find directions from one app using various modes(walk/drive/public transport).

Changing a basic habit for no good reason is hard--if anyone, Apple should know.

You still use one app (Maps.app), and it gives you directions inside the app when you use drive/walk mode, but it takes you to the 3rd party app when you select public transport. So you don't have to open this app ever. (Just wanted to clear that put in case you didn't know)

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