Ericsson Labs has uploaded a quick video demonstration of their new 3D Landscape API running on an Xperia X10 phone. Satellite maps are rendered in 3D for one of the coolest map demos I have seen. Who else wants to see this API used in a GPS navigation app?
From Ericsson: The SDK libraries uses unique maps in 3D and fast methods for rendering the maps which makes it possible to show realtime 3D maps in high quality. The maps for the SDKs are downloaded from a backend server and buffered in the mobile as needed.
3D Landscape features include:
- Realistic maps in 3D
- Free access to map data
- Advanced rendering engine
- Simple API
