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Download: Google Earth 4.0 Beta Build 2693 for Windows, Mac OS X & Linux
View: Google Earth Home page
Link to: Neowin Discussion
- Release notes:
- Progress indicator for loading network links and models
- Real-time GPS tracking using NMEA (Plus, Pro and EC)
- Greatly improved performance for collada models (textured buildings)
- Tours can display balloons (Tools->Options... then \"Touring\" tab)
- Driving directions and touring allow a greater range for typed values
- Mac movie-maker supports many more compression formats
KML notes: - Icon palettes are deprecated (no more root:// for the styles)
- Improved performance on network link hierarchies
Major fixes since last beta: - Improved compatibility on shared memory architecture ATI graphics cards with older graphics card drivers
- Improved success rate of log in over unreliable connections
- Fixed offline mode in Pro
- Numerous GPS fixes (including GPX import)
















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