Apple Maps (2012)

Apple Maps famously directed drivers into airport runways and mislocated entire cities upon its 2012 launch, forcing CEO Tim Cook to issue a rare public apology. The service's data accuracy was 30% worse than the runner-up mapping apps, with user complaints flooding forums. Compared to the Samsung Galaxy Note 7's explosive hardware failure, Apple Maps was primarily a software embarrassment, yet both underscore how flagship products can backfire when rushed.