Google Earth Pro users get hit with bad news as the desktop app is being retired
Google is retiring the Google Earth Pro desktop application, sparking backlash from users and companies reliant on the software.
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The brief
Google is ending the availability of the Google Earth Pro desktop app. New installs of the software will soon no longer be available for download, leading to the eventual retirement of the desktop version.
Coverage from TechRadar, Android Authority, and Android Police emphasizes user frustration and the potential for a significant impact on thousands of companies across various industries. PCWorld and autoevolution are urging current and prospective users to download the app while it remains accessible.
Users have until 2027 to download Google Earth Pro before the window closes.
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Quick answers
What is happening to Google Earth Pro?
The desktop application is being retired and new installs will soon be unavailable.
How long do users have to download the app?
According to PCWorld, users have until 2027 to download the software.
How has the community reacted?
Coverage indicates that fans are unhappy and some users are furious about the decision.
Coverage (6)
- Google to shut down popular app after 21 years as users say 'reverse this decision' MSN · 1d ago
- ‘The impact to thousands of companies across industries will be huge’: Google Earth Pro for desktop will no longer be available to download soon, and some users are furious TechRadar · 1d ago
- Google Kills Off Google Earth Pro Desktop App, Download It While You Still Can autoevolution · 1d ago
- Google Earth Pro is killing off new desktop app installs, and fans aren't happy about it (Updated) Android Authority · 1d ago
- You have until 2027 to download Google Earth Pro. Do it now PCWorld · 1d ago
- Google Earth Pro users get hit with bad news as the desktop app is being retired Android Police · 1d ago
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