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"The new Google Maps continues to undergo incremental changes that promise to make it an indispensable interactive mapping solution, once the new site\u2019s training wheels are finally removed. Google\u2019s new update adds the ability to determine which areas on a map have Street View images available, a feature present in the classic Google Maps product that has been missing in the new version until now. \nSee also: 10 Amazing Google Earth and Maps Discoveries\nAreas identified as having Street View available will, like the classic version, offer a series of blue dots indicating the presence of user-submitted images of the area. Also falling in line with the classic version, areas with yellow dots will allow you to see inside various buildings on the map.    \n\nIn addition to the color-coded interactive component, Google is also moving its well-known Pegman figure from the classic Google Maps over to the new version. Now when you click on the Pegman figure located in the lower right hand corner of the new version of Google Maps, you\u2019ll be able to hover the figure over an area and see the sections available to view via Street View. \n\nTo commemorate the change, the Google Maps team took to Google+ on Wednesday for a bit of fun, dressing up Pegman in a series of outfits ranging from an Android version, to a flying Superman version and even a Where\u2019s Waldo take on the icon. \n\nPegman\u2019s ready for his next big adventure, but what should he wear? Reply w/#PegmanLive &amp; he\u2019ll share his favs! pic.twitter.com/rWq9Mq32WX\n\u2014 Google Maps (@googlemaps) November 6, 2013\n\n\"Pegman is rolling out throughout the day, and will be available internationally once the roll-out is complete,\" a Google spokesperson, told Mashable.\nInspired by suggestions from users on social media sites including Google+, Facebook and Twitter, Google plans to post a video showing off all the iterations of Pegman later on Wednesday. \n\"We've already got some great requests so far, and I'm sure the round-up video will be entertaining,\" said the spokesperson. \n\nUnlike the dear departed Microsoft Clippy icon that so many users found annoying years ago, it appears that Google is intent on making Pegman a cool visual mascot to help spread the Google Maps brand across the globe. \nChanges to the new Google Maps are scheduled to begin rolling out on Wednesday, however some users may not see them right away.  \nBONUS: 10 Sleek Google+ Icons for Your Website or Blog \n\n\n10 Sleek Google+ Icons for Your Website or Blog\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1. The Google+ App, by David Walsh\n\nProbably the defining Google+ icon on the web right now, the subtle gradients and light shadow give David Walsh's contribution the look of a smooth stone. It'll make a nice addition to any webpage or app dock.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2. A Google Rainbow, by Samuel McQueen\n\nWhat it lacks in texture, it makes up for with a fresh take on Google's color scheme.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3. A Clean Vector, via Sean McCabe\n\nHere's the original inspiration for Walsh's, created by designer Sean McCabe. This option includes the big plus.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n4. A Bit of Texture, via Creative Nerds\n\nThis four-pack comes with and without grain.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n4. Assorted +1 Items, via IconShock\n\nIf your site favors the shiny 3D, look no further than this pack of graphic trinkets.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n6. A Subtle Shine, by ~abhashthapa\n\nAt first glance, this pack may seem similar to those previously discussed. But the bevel of light that runs across each one adds a glossier feel. What's more, the set comes with the white versions, as well as their non-glossy counterparts.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n7. Circular With a Waving Banner, by Taiyab Raja\n\n\nThis little number makes thematic use the Google+ \"circles,\" and adds the logo colors with a waving banner. It's a great choice for an airy blog theme.\nMashable clouds sold separately.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n8. A Touch of Glass, via Serif Tuts\n\nWe really like these. View them at full size for maximum appreciation.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9. Inverted Metal, via The Icon Deposit\n\nIn a word: epic.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n10. A +Fresh Font, by David Silva\n\nSilva freshens up the Google logo with a new font -- great for design-centric sites. It's based on Sean McCabe's original vector.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave something to add to this story? Share it in the comments.\nImage: Flickr, Aray Chen\n      window._msla=window.loadScriptAsync||function(src,id){if(document.getElementById(id))return;var js=document.createElement('script');js.id=id;js.src=src;document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0].parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);};\n_msla(\"//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js\",\"twitter_jssdk\");"^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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