Google Street View Comes to Israel a Few Days Early
Just a few days ago we told you that Google was set to unleash its Street View service in the country of Israel on April 22nd, something it had been…
Blog Archives for the tag maps
Take Twitter Entirely Local With Streamd.in
I’m a big fan of apps that lets me navigate through all of the noise on Twitter in different ways. Even though I try not to follow too many people,…
Mapinterest Is a Pinterest User's Geographical Dream
The idea of “pinning” things has taken off thanks to Pinterest, and people are collecting anything and everything on their pinboards. Other than putting these things on nice and tidy…
Follow Whitney Houston's Journey With This Mashup
It’s only been a few days since the music world lost one of its mightiest voices and talents, Whitney Houston. Sales of Houston’s albums have seen surges since her death…
Foursquare Turns Your Check-ins into Explore for the Web
If you’re a heavy foursquare user like I am, you know that your check-in data from over the years is pretty interesting to look at. While it’s extremely interesting, you…
Watch Wikipedia Updates On a Google Map
A few weeks ago, I wrote about an app that showed Wikipedia updates in real-time. The information flew by quickly in a stream, showing exactly how active the site is…
San Francisco's Map in 1853 Thanks to Pastmapper
This is a ridiculously cool and unique usage of Google Maps’ API. Developer Brad Thompson aims to launch a platform where you can not only see what city blocks looked…
Google Maps Add 3D Views For Major Cities
If you’re planning a trip to Las Vegas and want to get a real feel for what it’ll be like once you’re there, Google Maps is bringing more dimensions to…
Toy Travels Around Using Google Maps
A beautifully done stop motion animated video called “Address Is Approximate” is making the rounds today, and stars a toy and its epic adventure using Google Maps with Street View….
SkyChalk is for Scribbling Notes on a Map
If you’ve used services like foursquare that let you check-in to a location or leave tips, then you’re familiar with the concept of leaving your digital mark on top of…
