Google Maps removes clouds, clears up view in 700-trillion pixel upgrade

By Drew Creighton
Updated June 28 2016 - 7:18pm, first published 4:22pm
Google Maps' upgrade shows, in high resolution, how far the Columbia Glacier in Alaska has receded in the past 13 years. Photo: Google
Google Maps' upgrade shows, in high resolution, how far the Columbia Glacier in Alaska has receded in the past 13 years. Photo: Google
Christmas Island is no longer obscured by clouds. Photo: Google
Christmas Island is no longer obscured by clouds. Photo: Google

Google Maps has had a colossal, 700 trillion-pixel makeover, introducing cloud-less maps and high-resolution imagery for more than 1 billion monthly users.

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