Google runs one of the most impressive 3D mapping tools available. It's a reliable go-to for planet zooming, location finding, and basic geo-analysis. But, unlike Google Maps, Google doesn't market it ...

Google Earth combines satellite imagery and aerial photography to create a rich picture of earth. You can use Google Earth online, on your smartphone or tablet, or on its desktop app — all for free.

The easiest way to use Google Maps without an internet connection is to download your maps in advance for offline use. You can do this on both Android and iPhone, it's free, and there's essentially no ...

Google Maps has exciting details about locations around the world. One of the most valuable things to learn about an area is its elevation. You might not know where to find elevation measurements on ...

Apps like Google Maps are an absolute boon to modern drivers, providing clear, concise directions wherever you need to go just about anywhere. Plus, unlike paper maps, they're always automatically ...

Last fall, a little-known Google Maps feature went viral for letting users get a glimpse of lost loved ones, old family pets, childhood homes, and even their younger selves. Those memories are getting ...

Remember picking up roadmaps at the gas station and keeping a stash in the glove compartment? Those days are behind us, thanks to all the ways to get GPS in our cars. Some vehicles come with the ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See how places looked in the past. See how places looked in the past. There’s a lot to explore in Google Maps, ...

Google Earth is celebrating its 20th anniversary by allowing users to access historical Street View images directly in the geographic visualization app. Users can scroll through older views of ...