Google has announced the launch of Google Map Maker in 43 new countries and territories. You can find a complete list of 164 countries you can use Map Maker with here. Google provided a short example video of how users have used Map Maker to transform a map of Islambad, Pakistan:
Google Working On Mapping Ocean
Google is working on a new product aimed at mapping the vastness of the ocean floor.A group of oceanography experts gathered at the Googleplex in December to discuss plans for developing a 3D oceanographic map. The new tool is tentatively called Google Ocean and is believed to be similar to other 3D mapping applications, according to sources familiar with the matter.The tool would allow users to see underwater topography, search for specific spots and navigate by zooming and panning.
Simple Web Mapping
Imagine being able to do all your analysis and cartography in ArcView of ArcGIS and then get your map online in minutes with no programming and no hassles… even I can do it ;0) I’ve been a big fan of Alta Geomatics’ solutions for years… ever since I tested the ImageMapper for ArcView!
You only need ArcGIS and the HTML ImageMapper extension to publish maps online. Users do all the cartography in ArcGIS. You don’t need to be a system or server administrator or a programmer to publish your maps online. No software needs to be installed on the server.
Local Mapping Service Thinks Globally
PublicRoutes.com, a search engine for public transportation directions has expanded its service to include London. The London launch marks the first time a company has offered directions for public transportation in more than one country.
The site offers users point-to-point directions and covers all forms of transportation. It also offers directions to a city’s main attractions such as restaurants, sporting venues and nightlife spots along with the option to book hotels and flight reservations.
Google Buys Swiss Mapping Company
Google continues its pattern of omnigooglization in Europe by acquiring the Internet, mapping and data processing units of Switzerland-based Endoxon, for an undisclosed sum.
Urban Mapping Turns To Local Search
Urban Mapping, a company that “prides itself on broad domain expertise,” has been around for a while – its maps have actually won several awards. It’s getting fresh attention, though, for what one person has termed its “natural local search.”
PRWeb Sub-Domain Mapping for RSS Feeds
PRWeb announced today that they are now offering a service that will allow their press release distribution clients the ability to map the company domain name to the RSS feed of the release hosted by PRWeb.
Microsoft Mapping The Real-Time World
Google may want to organize the world’s information, but Microsoft wants to let you know how long you’re going to have to wait for a table at Red Lobster on Friday evening.
Ask Challenges The Online Mapping Crowd
Ask.com launched its revamped Maps product at SES 2006 NY last week to the warm approval of users, and called out its competition on imagery quality.
Google Unearths New Mapping Service
Called Google Earth, the 3D mapping service brings a combination of aerial and satellite photos to the desktop.