Goolge Streeview took a long, LONG time to get to where it is now. Just because you were unaware of that process it doesn't mean it happened overnight.
So both Google and Apple have embarked on years-long plans, but because you've only paid attention to one of them, that one's the problem?
Well Google didn't advertise it like a full feature... as if they're living on another planet. And that's what makes all the difference.