If you always been a fan of Google Earth, well now Google maps has integrated Earth into the website. Just download a simple installer, and you'll be able to receive your directions in full 3D. Also, Google has been tinkering with Google Maps over the last few weeks to add more 3D buildings to it's standard maps. Plus, they've added an amazing predictive search that will predict addresses as you type. It's pretty scary. Start typing your home address, and by the time that you're a few letters into your street name, you'll most likely see your address in the drop down menu. Kudos Google.
So, when we last spoke, I was kind of hard on society for failing to provide us with our flying cars. Well, it turns out that Martin Aircraft Company Limited is launching the Martin Jetpack as a commercially available device, this year. The device will run on regular gasoline, so no worries about purchasing jet fuel. It will travel about 31.5 miles at an impressive 63 MPH. Apparently, it may be possible for the device to travel faster than that, but FAA regulations required that Ultralight Aircraft travel at a speed of 63 MPH or slower. The device is also capable of reaching an estimated altitude of 8,000 ft.
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