Ericsson Labs have created an API that allows viewing of maps in 3D. The imagery is powered by Saab spinoff (a defense firm) C2 technologies, which uses satellite maps and renders them into 3D. The 3D maps are in high quality and realtime, making it perfect for a GPS app. Ericsson have demoed the 3D maps on the Snap Dragon powered Xperia X10. It’s unlikely we’ll see this on retail units on launch but, hopefully it will be made available over time. You can view the video of the 3D maps in action on the X10 below.

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