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New Google Earth delivers guided tours, 3D images & an ‘I’m feeling lucky’ feature

Published on 2017/04/18 By admin

It’s currently only available on Chrome and Android, but Google says its latest version of Google Earth will soon roll out on iOS and other browsers.

German Design Firm Claims Willful Patent Infringement Over Google Earth

Published on 2014/02/26 By admin

A German design firm is claiming that Google and Google Earth have infringed its patent (USRE44550 E1) and is seeking triple damages under the notion that the infringement was intentional or willful. The firm, ART+COM (“ACI”), makes the following claims: The development history of..

Microsoft Photosynth Creator Agüera y Arcas Joining Google

Published on 2013/12/16 By admin

Last night the NY Times reported that the man primarily responsible for Microsoft’s Photosyth product, Blaise Agüera y Arcas, is joining Google. Agüera y Arcas is not simply an engineer or technician, he offers a rare combination of technical expertise, design and product vision. Agüera y… Please visit Search Engine Land for the full article

The Return Of Pegman And Other New Google Maps Features

Published on 2013/11/07 By admin

The new full-screen Google Maps were announced this summer at Google’s developer conference.

Google Updates Earth With “Tour Guide” & More 3D Imagery

Published on 2012/10/31 By admin

Google has released a new desktop version of Google Earth (version 7) that includes features previously released in its mobile version.

Google Updates Earth For iOS With More 3D, Adds Default City Location To PC Maps

Published on 2012/07/27 By admin

In early June, at its “next dimension” mapping event, Google promised more complete 3D coverage in Google Earth. Yesterday it rolled out new versions of Earth for iOS devices. The list of fully rendered 3D cities includes: “Boulder, Boston, Charlotte, Lawrence (Kan.), Long Beach…

Google Shows “Helicopter View” Of Routing On Maps

Published on 2011/09/30 By admin

Google will now allow you to take a virtual aerial trip in Google Maps/Earth along a contemplated route. They’ve informally called it “helicopter view.” It’s a pretty cool feature, although perhaps not as “useful” as traffic information. You plot a route…

Burglars’ Favorite Tools: Google, Facebook, Foursquare

Published on 2011/09/28 By admin

There have been many stories in the past of criminals (of one sort or another) using Google, Foursquare and Facebook to target people who many not be home or, in the case of Google Earth and Street View, which homes to target.

Burglars’ Favorite Tools: Google, Facebook, Foursquare

Published on 2011/09/28 By admin

There have been many stories in the past of criminals (of one sort or another) using Google, Foursquare and Facebook to target people who many not be home or, in the case of Google Earth and Street View, which homes to target. A recent survey of 50 convicted burglars by UK security firm Friedland…

Burglars’ Favorite Tools: Google, Facebook, Foursquare

Published on 2011/09/28 By admin

There have been many stories in the past of criminals (of one sort or another) using Google, Foursquare and Facebook to target people who many not be home or, in the case of Google Earth and Street View, which homes to target. A recent survey of 50 convicted burglars by UK security firm Friedland…