3d google earth

August 3, 2012

From
http://www.imaginethis3d.com.au/blog/


3D Google Earth

In my last post I wrote about an Australian company, NearMap, which creates high quality aerial photo maps. In exploring the NearMap website I was particularly impressed with MultiView, which enables a scene to be viewed in 3D from different angles. Now Google, that bohemoth of the IT world, has upped the anti by unveiling 3D Google Earth for mobile.
Combining detailed height data and 45 degree aerial photography, both gathered from low flying light aircraft, Google have been able to recreate entire cityscapes in 3D with startling clarity. Initially released as a for-mobile application, Google plan to have 3D coverage for most US cities complete by the end of the year.

Check out this youtube video to see what all the fuss is about.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6Douyfa7l8&feature=youtu.be

http://www.imaginethis3d.com.au/3d-google-earth/