Google released Google Earth 7 last month. The major new feature is their 3D Imagery feature that allows for scary realistic 3D views of cityscapes…until you zoom in tight. Another new feature is a tour guide of famous landmarks. Read more at Google Earth Blog. [Source: Google Earth Blog. Image: Google Earth Blog]
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