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Google unveils new 3D mapping feature for iOS, Android devices

You can’t knock a kickass 3D mapping system, especially when it’s on your iPhone or iPad. Google on Wednesday unveiled what it has promoted as the “next dimension” of its Maps service, with new full 3D renderings that were demonstrated live on an Apple iPad. Google has been using automated technology to extract data from […]

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Google Earth updated to 6.2.0.5905

On Monday, software giant Google released version 6.2.0.5905 of its popular Google Earth program. The new version, a 34 megabyte download, adds the following fixes and changes: – Seamless imagery of geographic landscapes. – Improved search results and suggestions. – Biking and transit directions. – Screenshot sharing via Google+. Google Earth 6.2.0.5905 requires an Intel-based […]

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NORAD releases updated Santa Tracking app for iOS

The same organization that almost blew up the world in “War Games” knows exactly where Santa is this year. Per Macworld, NORAD, the Colorado Springs-based military organization responsible for the aerospace and maritime defense of the United States and Canada, has released the the NORAD Tracks Santa app available for free from the App Store […]

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Google Earth 5.0.11729.1014 Released

Late Tuesday, software giant Google released version 5.0.11729.1014 of its popular Google Earth program. The new version, a 27 megabyte download, adds the following new features: Historical imagery from around the globe. Ocean floor and surface data from marine experts. Simplified touring with audio and voice recording. The new version requires Mac OS X 10.4 […]