If you've ever wondered what the elevation of your location is, you can find out with Google Maps on both desktop and mobile.

Tips – when you first open Google Earth 4.1 you get a “Tips” window which shows suggestions of things you can try, or instructions of how to use some feature in GE. See the screenshot. I think this is ...

Users have been able to peek into the past on Google Maps for a while. However, this is the first time Google Earth is getting that same time-travel ability. The new tool builds on a trend from last ...

When I’m planning a trip to a new destination, I try to get a feel for the place before I leave — especially if I’m going abroad. Not that I’m trying to mitigate culture shock, but it’s helpful to ...