I received this email from Audi in Tyneside a few weeks ago...So maybe their is hope after all.
Good Afternoon,
We are contacting you today with regards to your recent query around the Google Earth Maps which may no longer be available in your vehicle, due to its dependency from the service provider Google.
The Manufacturer Audi have advised that a software update is being prepared but we have no further information at this time. We have been advised that there will be a further update week commencing 4th of January and will be in touch with you when we have more information.
Apologies that we do not have more news for you, however, in the meantime your SAT NAV is still fully functionable without the Google Maps Overlay.
May we take this opportunity wish you a Merry Christmas and we will be in touch when we have more news from the Manufacturer.
Best Regards
Lookers Audi