Google recently released it’s latest microblogging/aggregation tool “Buzz”. Buzz is essentially an extension of Gmail. A poorly designed extension if you ask me. It’s not a Facebook or Twitter competitor; it’s an aggregator much like FriendFeed. Buzz is contained within Gmail. A Buzz link is located under the Inbox link. …
Happy 10th Birthday Google
10 Years Old. My oh my how a simple little search engine has grown. Google opened its doors in September 1998. The exact date when we celebrate our birthday has moved around over the years, depending on when people feel like having cake. For more on Google’s history: http://www.google.com/corporate/history.html I …
Gas n’ Google – Never Ask For Directions Again
Google is partnering with gas stations around the US to offer Google Maps from the gas pump. The pumps will be made by Gilbarco Veeder-Root. Approximately 3500 internet enabled pumps will be scattered across the US. In addition to customer requested directions the video screens located on the pumps will …
Google Earth Reveals Swastika-Shaped Navy Barracks
Google Earth has some amazing functions. Someone recently looked up the Coronado amphibious base outside San Diego, CA and found that the building had an amazing resemblance to a swastika from an aerial view. Didn’t anyone notice this when they were looking at the building plans??? Apparently the buildings controversial …