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Google Earth gets major update for web, Android with guided tours

When Google Earth first launched in 2004, it sort of seemed like magic: a 3D globe that allowed you to zoom in on just about any location on the planet. Over the years Google has made improvements to the imagery and the technology that powers the experience, incorporated features from the web-based Google Maps service, […]

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Google Earth does VR… but only for HTC Vive at launch

Google’s Daydream View virtual reality headset for smartphones began shipping this month, and one of the first apps available for the platform is a VR version of Google Street View. I found it kind of underwhelming. But you know what looks pretty cool? Google Earth VR. Google is launching a virtual reality version of its […]