The ghosts of Google Maps
As people walk the virtual streets of Google Maps, some have found late loved ones that were photographed by Google’s self-driving cars years ago.
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Show Notes
Imagine coming across your dead relative in Google's Street View. For some people, it's a strange reality. Recode’s Rebecca Heilweil (@rebheilweil) explains how some have been using the service to remember loved ones who have died.
References:
- Read Rebecca’s story here.
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This episode was made by:
- Host: Adam Clark Estes (@adamclarkestes)
- Producer: Alan Rodriguez Espinoza (@ardzes)
- Engineer: Cristian Ayala
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