Google is embarking on an exciting endeavor by developing a feature that will transport users back in time to the 1930s through its renowned satellite imagery tool, Google Earth.
This highly-anticipated update will revolutionize the way people explore historical imagery, allowing them to delve into the past up to 80 years and experience satellite and aerial views from that nostalgic era. This innovative enhancement promises a detailed and immersive journey through time for users worldwide.
Users can make a side-by-side comparison of the cities
People can currently experience a fascinating journey through time thanks to Google Earth’s latest upgrade. In a recent announcement, Google revealed that several iconic cities like London, Berlin, Warsaw, and Paris will now offer a glimpse into the 1930s through a collection of historic photographs.
This innovative feature allows users to explore and compare these cities’ past and present views, offering a unique opportunity to witness the evolution of these bustling urban landscapes over the years. By duplicating the time periods for various locations, Google Earth essentially facilitates a form of “time travel,” allowing users to witness firsthand the changes and developments these cities have undergone.
With this technology, users can delve into the past and appreciate the transformations that have shaped these vibrant metropolises.
Google shared pictures of what San Francisco was like in 1938
In the announcement, Google released images of San Francisco from 1938 and 2024, allowing viewers to compare the two and observe how drastically the region’s topography has altered.
The sample image illustrates how shipping accounted for the majority of San Francisco’s port activity in 1938. However, the most recent Google Earth image given by Google shows that the area is now full of dining establishments and cruise ships.
The new Google Earth functionality is available to users on mobile and online platforms. It is anticipated that the changes will be released in the upcoming weeks.
In the meantime, Google said that it was extending Street View on Google Maps in nearly 80 nations in addition to the historical picture. Additionally, as the firm intends to enhance the quality of the images on Google Earth and Google Maps, you may anticipate considerably sharper and clearer images. To do this, it will be using new AI models.
Users of Google Earth may view the world and its many places as seen from space. It’s a computer application and website that gives you a three-dimensional image of Earth. Cities and landscapes are visible from a variety of perspectives.
GIPHY App Key not set. Please check settings