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For past years earth-based satellite imagery in Google Earth you can select 'Historical Imagery' under View menu. This shows a timeline slider from which to select available satellite and aerial imagery from the past.

NASA also provides vast archives of satellite imagery much of which are available online such as the NASA Image Gallery

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How does Google Earth collect the satellite images?

Google has people ride around in either cars or on bikes. These vehicles have a 360 degree camera attached to the top that take the pictures for the street view interface. Once processed by Google the images are made available to both Google Earth and Google Maps simultaneously.


How current are satellite maps?

Satellite maps are as current as when they taken and depends on the satellite provider and/or source for the imagery. The base imagery, for example, in Google Earth and Google Maps is on average 3-5 years old. Weather imagery and overlays in Google Earth on the other hand are updated an hourly basis. Satellite imagery is Google Earth/Maps is incrementally updated usually about every 2-3 weeks in whatever area an update is available -- the entire globe isn't updated all at once. Likewise, Bing Maps updates its imagery once a month with typically more than 10TB of imagery, but its aerial and Bird's-Eye images for a particular location can sometimes be several years out-of-date.


Can you access the first Google Earth photos?

For past years earth-based satellite imagery in Google Earth you can select 'Historical Imagery' under View menu. This shows a timeline slider from which to select available satellite and aerial imagery from the past. For example, if you're in London then you can jump to 1945 to see WWII imagery. See related link below for details.


When do Google Maps take the satellite pictures?

Once or Twice a year.Answer #2Google doesn't take satellite pictures. Google purchases satellite imagery from a variety of providers such as DigitalGlobe and GeoEye. Much of Google's imagery actually comes from aerial photography mostly in airplanes with special high resolution cameras. Google make bulk updates to Google Earth and Google Maps imagery usually every 60 days but not all areas are updated on each update.


Where can someone find satellite maps online?

Google Earth and Google Maps provide interactive access to satellite imagery that are often less than 3 years old. For special events or natural disasters (e.g. Haiti earthquake) Google has made new satellite imagery available in matter of days or weeks. If you want more up-to-date imagery then you might want to check the imagery providers directly (e.g. GeoEye, DigitalGlobe, etc.).

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When was the last update of satellite images of Rapid City South Dakota?

Most of the world's available satellite images are no more than 3 years old. The images are updated on a regular basis and may be a combination of satellite and high resolution aerial images. Since Rapid City, South Dakota covers a large area, the satellite images do not all have the same date. Some may have been updated recently while others may be close to 3 years old.


Where online can a person find popular images from New Years 2012?

One place online where popular images from New years 2012 can be found is "The Atlantic's" website. Boston's website is another place where these kind of images can be found.


How often does Google Earth satellite Passover East Hartford Connecticut?

While Google doesn't have its own satellite, and is instead provided imagery from other satellites, the imagery is usually 1-3 years old, according to google. So how old images are just depends on when google collects the images. But it is not possible to see images in real time using google earth.


When was The Satellite Years created?

The Satellite Years was created on 2002-10-15.


What did Saint Valentine look like?

There are no images of St. Valentine as there were no cameras or smart phones available 1800 years ago.


What website could you go on for a satellite photo of your house?

Best website would be to use Google Maps or Bing Maps, but realize that the satellite imagery is on average 3 years old.Just type in an address from either and it will fly-to that location showing best available aerial or satellite images. With Google Maps you may need to change to the Satellite or Earth View if you're in Map view. Then you can enable Street View to see if high-resolution street-side photographs are available. In Bing you can enable Bird's Eye mode for a better angle of aerial photography.There are also alternatives to websites like Google Maps which include software like Google Earth.


Are there Corolla cars available used online?

There are used Corolla cars available online. To find more information, look for different models and years online in auto traders magazines and also by asking other people.


How does Google Earth collect the satellite images?

Google has people ride around in either cars or on bikes. These vehicles have a 360 degree camera attached to the top that take the pictures for the street view interface. Once processed by Google the images are made available to both Google Earth and Google Maps simultaneously.


Is there a website where you can view an updated satellite image of your house?

Best website would be to use Google Maps or Bing Maps, but realize that the satellite imagery is on average 3 years old.Just type in an address from either and it will fly-to that location showing best available aerial or satellite images. With Google Maps you may need to change to the Satellite or Earth View if you're in Map view. Then you can enable Street View to see if high-resolution street-side photographs are available. In Bing you can enable Bird's Eye mode for a better angle of aerial photography.There are also alternatives to websites like Google Maps and software like Google Earth. See related questions and related links below for alternatives.If you cannot find what you're looking for and want to purchase high resolution images then there are a number of image providers such as those that provide imagery to Google (e.g. DigitalGlobe, GeoEye). Try doing an Internet search for satellite imagery.


How current are satellite maps?

Satellite maps are as current as when they taken and depends on the satellite provider and/or source for the imagery. The base imagery, for example, in Google Earth and Google Maps is on average 3-5 years old. Weather imagery and overlays in Google Earth on the other hand are updated an hourly basis. Satellite imagery is Google Earth/Maps is incrementally updated usually about every 2-3 weeks in whatever area an update is available -- the entire globe isn't updated all at once. Likewise, Bing Maps updates its imagery once a month with typically more than 10TB of imagery, but its aerial and Bird's-Eye images for a particular location can sometimes be several years out-of-date.


Where can one find information on free clip art for the new year?

Clipart for the new year can be found both online and through the word program on one's computer. There are several images that are appropriate for new years, including balloons and firework pictures. Alternatively, there are a wide range of images and information online.


How many years will a satellite to reach Pluto?

It takes 9 years, and the first satellite will reach Pluto in 2015. The satellite was launched on January 9, 2006. I cannot wait till we find out the deep secrets of Pluto...