Google's new astronomical search tool: 'Sky'


	Google's new astronomical search tool: 'Sky'

haraya

8-22-2007 7:45 AM

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google, google earth, sky, astronomy, virtual, technology

haraya says:

To get Sky, users will have to download the latest version of Google Earth here.

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8-22-2007 10:54 AM

The REAL Napster

Well, I guess this beats my Starry Night Pro application. Very neat find, haraya!

8-22-2007 8:31 PM

tidbit2

'Everything is real' not as real as the big black roof over everything at night outside.

8-22-2007 11:02 PM

skwirlinator

I downloaded it and it works great!

8-25-2007 11:21 AM

Darth_Cookies

Jeez, I have Google Earth and haven't even checked out the street view thing. Now stars?

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