However, Google has censored 3D imagery in Greece, either by making the 3D imagery very blocky, as in the case of Cephalonia International Airport, or simply leaving out the location, as is the case with Mykonos Island National Airport. We don’t know the reason for this, but it could be a desire to censor certain locations, as will be done in the Dubai 3D project. It will be captured using octocopter drones.ĭubai apparently has not allowed Google to take aerial photos of the city, let alone map it in 3D. It is intended primarily for government use, but it will also be made available to the general public. It appears that the Dubai Municipality plans to create a 3D map of the whole emirate. To see if your web browser can use WebGL, check this website.We recently came across this interesting article. To find out which browsers might cause problems, see this list for more information. Some browsers block the WebGL technology used to make 3D images. If your computer meets the requirements but you still aren't seeing the full version of Maps with 3D, check your browser. If Google Maps isn't working on your computer, you can search for places, businesses, and directions, all on Google Search. It doesn’t have 3D images or WebGL, and it uses simple zooming and transitions. Open Maps in 3D Mode.ĢD Mode: This Google Maps version may work better on older or lower performance computers.

You’ll see smooth zooming and transitions, 3D buildings, satellite images, and additional detail. There are two versions of Google Maps on your computer you can use:ģD Mode: This is the standard Google Maps experience.

If you’re using Google Maps on your computer and the map doesn’t scroll or pan smoothly there are other versions you can use.

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