Earth Timelapse is a powerful geographic information tool that allows users to explore digitally archived historical imagery, capturing changes across the world over time. By accessing world imagery basemaps, users can easily view images from specific dates and observe changes in urban development, natural events, and more.
Key Features:
Simultaneous Display of Google Street View and Apple Look Around:
Long press on the map or search for an address to display Google Street View and Apple Look Around simultaneously.
Timeline and Slider:
A timeline on the left displays selectable years. Drag the slider to choose different years' imagery and visually examine map changes over time.
Search Functionality:
The magnifying glass icon at the top right is the search button. Tap to search for locations and quickly navigate to areas of interest.
Imagery Playback:
The play button at the bottom allows users to browse historical imagery changes at selected speeds. Adjust playback speed to quickly or gradually view changes in specific locations, gaining an intuitive understanding of development processes.
Speed Adjustment:
The "+" and "-" buttons on the right side of the bottom progress bar adjust the playback speed of the imagery, making browsing historical imagery more flexible.
Direction Indicator:
The compass icon at the top left shows the current map direction, helping users orient themselves.
Historical Imagery Recording:
The camera icon at the center-right is the recording button. Tap to start screen recording and capture map changes, generating a video. This feature is ideal for creating presentations or reports on map changes. Once finished, the video is saved to the device's gallery for easy sharing and archiving.
Use Cases:
Academic Research: Researchers can view historical change data for specific areas, conducting geographic and environmental studies.
Urban Planning: Urban planners can compare historical imagery to understand urban development changes, providing a basis for future planning.
Education: Teachers can show geographic changes, helping students intuitively understand geographic and environmental transformations.
Contact Us:
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Privacy Policy:
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