Displaying Satellite Images

By default, Google Maps displays a standard map of any location you enter. But that’s not the only way you can view a location. Google Maps also incorporates satellite images, which lets you get a bird’s eye view on the actual location. It’s like having access to your very own spy satellite! Be warned, however, that Google’s satellite images aren’t always current, meaning that you could be looking at an image that was taken today or months ago! Google doesn’t say how current any of its satellite images are.

Google’s satellite images are often less current than its map data.