Google Earth User Reviews
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"No Mac Support"
Version: Google Earth
Pros
Good idea
Cons
No support for any Apple Macintosh OS. Big NO from me, i'm afraid. Also it's only a beta version.
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"Brilliant - Though like everything; still room for improvements."
Version: Google Earth
Pros
This program has excellent features which allow an immensely exciting viewing experience.
Some areas are extremely detailed; it's actually quite scary!
It updates fast, refreshing every few seconds, and gives the user the ability to scan over the landscape easily.
Apart from the fact that it's free, this program arouses emotions in me, in a way that no other computer program has done before!
Brilliant! Well done!
Cons
Some urban areas are all too reminiscent of "Sim City" (but not the modern version!)
My town unfortunately is *just* out of view, and is a blur that looks like a detailed Microsoft paint drawing.
Minor cities are not indexed under the 'search' feature, only major cities are. This is understandable as Earth is still in its learning fazes, so all of these problems I assume will be resolved in good time.
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"Doesn't work: Error message when starting up"
Version: Google Earth
Pros
I have used this program, its GREAT! (when it works) I downloaded it at work yesterday, and have seen everything from the Pyramids at Gisa, to the Grand Canyon(amazing!) to my own house - I think I can see my dog in my back yard!
Cons
When trying to use it:
Error:
"We are unable to connect to the Google Earth servers to activate your account.
Please verify that your internet connection is working properly and retry your account activation"
When installing, the wizard indicates that this is actualy "Google Earth Plus" one of the non-free Google Earth versions (I think it costs $10.00)
Normaly when a program is completely unworkable I would give it 1 star, but this program when working is so good, that even though inaccessable (atleast to me) it is twice as good as a normal not working program.
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"Great, ->Almost<- Free"
Version: Google Earth
Pros
Very detailed (I can see my own backyard)
Cons
Not completely free you can pay an ammount per year if you want Google Earth Plus or Pro
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"Incredible!"
Version: Google Earth
Pros
I came across this program by accident, and decided to give it a try. My goodness...this is the most awesome information program I have ever seen. It has detailed aerial view of every corner on earth! I found my house in Los Angeles, and even my uncle's house in Beijing! I can even see the cars on the street and little trash bins in the alleys. This is truly amazing..and FREE! I would gladly pay hundreds for this software. It has all the local restaurants and gas stations and landmarks. I never imagined this type of program would be available to the public....
Cons
The interface looks a bit intimidating at first, but you'll get used to it quickly. You need afast computer with a very fast internet connection because when you zoom in, the map has to be re-downloaded to show details.
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"Excllent Software"
Version: Google Earth
Pros
The installer takes a lot less time to download and install. The UI is very easy to understand and the picture is sharper than keyhole. this download is a must.
Cons
None
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"Cool Global Satellite Mapping"
Version: Google Earth
Pros
Satellite mapping of locations, driving directions, and more. Pretty cool.
Cons
None yet.
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"FREE?????????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
Version: Google Earth
Pros
Is it for FREE?! I mean, is it really, totally, absolutly, completly for free??!!!! My God!! It is, by far, best then Keyhole or even NASA'S World Wind!!!... I even can see people walking down on Brasilia's streets!!!!!!!!!!! I almost can see their eyes!!!! I mean it.Is it really for FREE??!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
VIVA GOOGLE FOREVER, AMEN!!!!!!!!!
Cons
NOTHING AT ALL
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"slick,sleek and cool"
Version: Google Earth
Pros
very easy to grasp and fun to see places from the privacy of my home!
Cons
none so far.
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"Excelent Reference tool"
Version: Google Earth
Pros
Most Images are fairly up to date! Easy to use most of the time! A very handy reference tool!
Cons
Sometimes it is unable to find a towns or cities when asked, even though they are on the map when you go find them yourself!
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