It looks like Google Street View will be expanded so that people can virtually walk into stores near and far. Apparently Google has sent camera crews to New York City and San Francisco to shoot images of the inside of various stores. This is in the unconfirmed rumor stage though Read Write Web claims to have a photo of Google in action. See below:
Ok, seriously, there are a lot of guesses about what Google’s got up its sleeve. I suppose Google Maps will simply include a “Enter this store” link which could be the gateway to virtual online shopping. Another way to monetize this service is to show increased foot traffic due to the presence of virtual tours on Google Maps and sell the service to retailers.
I have to admit, this is kind of weird. So, are they going to knock on my door and ask to shoot pictures of my dirty laundry next?
[via ReadWriteWeb]
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