I will be the first to admit that I am a Google fanatic, as I’ve probably claimed here before. I’ve got the Droid, and I think it’s the best thing since sliced bologna. And I gave up on MapQuest a LONG time ago and have been a Google Maps guy, enjoying the innovations they keep throwing in. But, wait a minute, is this Microsoft I see upstaging my beloved Google? It can’t be, can it? Well, I think they have done it! If you haven’t toyed around with the new Bing Maps with augmented-reality browsing, you must spend 20 minutes (if you are able to limit yourself) and just zoom around the world. First, I suggest watching Blaise Aguera y Arcas presentation at TED2010. This will give you a basis for this new interface and a background on how it works. Then, when you have your goggles strapped on and are ready for a ride, go take a spin around the world and see what you find at the new Bing Maps.
