14 DAY TRIAL // Much to its users delight, Google Earth is constantly being improved, revised or enhanced, and the 3D trees introduced in November 2010 can now be noticed in three cities from the West coast of the US.
They were initially viewable only in large cities around the world, mainly capitals, and in June the maps of several large American cities also received the 3D trees.
For amateurs, the trees are simply meant to improve the user experience of Google Earth, but it is the botanics enthusiasts or other specialists who will be able to appreciate this layer to its fullest.
Implementing 3D trees will allow users all over the world get a more accurate idea as to the way American cities look like, especially since Los Angeles has a reputation of being dominated vy palm trees.
Not a very precise rendering, underlines a recent post on Google Lat Long Blog, which goes to describe the numerous other type of trees from the region.
Those who will rely on Google Earth to explore this landscape will notice foreign and native species, including, but not limited to, California Oak, Black Walnut trees, and California Sycamore.
“You can now get a glimpse of these trees with the new 3D tree models covering the West Side, including cities like Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, and Hollywood, as well as parts of downtown where the financial district sits.”
Due to this new layer, one will be able to experience an almost real-life experience when visiting the parks in the area, provided they wear 3D glasses, of course.
By continuously developing new and improved features for Google Earth, the team not only wants to offer extensive maps and satellite imagery, but also to encourage people to travel abroad and to know exactly the type of scenery or architecture they should expect to find on their arrival.
