14 DAY TRIAL // Google Earth is one of the innovative downloadable applications provided by the search giant that allows you to view maps and other imagery from all around the world directly from your computer and using a simple internet connection. The company tried to improve it several times by adding new attracting features, the last update representing the interoperability with Google SketchUp that allows you to build your own 3D models of cities, building and streets to be included in Google Earth.
The search giant also owns another similar product, Google Maps that allows you to view satellite maps and images of the entire world from a web-based interface using the official site of the service. It seems like the two services are so popular that even terrorists are using them to organize attacks against UK troops located in Basra. Because the UK army reported the issue to the company, Google decided to replace detailed photos with older ones that are captured before the troops arrived in the location.
Today, the company published a blog post saying that you are now able to admire even more photos directly from the downloadable application that features amazing images with sunrises from all around the world.
"Now there's a Google Earth layer that brings the sun's ascent right to your computer screen, and Google Earth aficionados can also see video vignettes drawn from Discovery HD Theater's "Sunrise Earth" program.
To view the videos, open Google Earth and select the Sunrise Earth layer under Discovery Networks. Follow the links in the pop-up window to experience the sights and sounds of one of nature's most beautiful phenomena. Watch dawn rise over Stonehenge, Mayan pyramids, and Buddhist temples as it has for thousands of years. See the Katmai Bears emerge from their seven-month slumber to greet a new day. Witness the sun's light bringing life to natural habitats around the world, from the forests of Costa Rica and the coast of New England, to the foothills of Turkey and the glaciers of Alaska," Clint Stinchcomb, EVP & GM, HDTV & New Media, Discovery Networks U.S., sustained on the official blog of the product.
Google Earth was also tested by Softpedia and is available as a free download on this link.