Google Street View Goes Indoors

February 20, 2010 10:29:53

Posted By FullVisual

Google's own virtual tours could be going indoors in the near future across America. According to rumors on the Search Engine Land website a number of retailers across New York have been contacted by Google offering to show off their stores within Google Maps. They even have some photographic proof:

So if the rumors are true what does this mean for the UK. Well its great news for the virtual tour industry as web users will become increasing exposed to this type of media. As a result, they will start to expect this functionality from UK websites. Consequently the uptake of 360 degree images will increase as business establishments meet this demand.

I don't imagine Google will have enough resources to cover all possible venues and stores across the UK. Therefore, in the near future Google may allow users to upload their own virtual tours (they currently off this with pictures through Picasa Web). This would be a great way to get even more exposure for FullVisual's current and future clients.

We will monitor these changes within Google Street View and post on any developments. Keep up-to-date with our latest post by following us on twitter. You never know Google Street View may become Google Store View very soon.

FullVisual

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