3D modeling for the rest of us became a little more intelligent today with Google's announcement of SketchUp 7 and SketchUp Pro 7, new versions of its popular modeling software.

Google on Thursday confirmed that it has sold 3D computer modeling program SketchUp as the Internet titan continues streamlining its product line with co-founder Larry Page at the helm.

Two certified SketchUp instructors called Mike Tadros and Alex Oliver have created a number of excellent video tutorials (podcasts) at a web site called go-2-school.com. These videos (Quicktime ...

Yesterday, Google announced fantastic support for 3D models in the new Google Earth V4 (beta). The 3D models for Google Earth will take on much greater realism now thanks to new support of ...

Free 3D design application Google Sketchup is simple and easy to learn, yet robust enough for real-life design work.

Google has released Google SketchUp, a 3D modeling program that it acquired last month with the purchase of @Last Software. The tool lets users design and build three-dimensional models of a dream ...

Ever wonder how designers make models in 3D? Check out this free program from Google that lets you create, view and edit 3D plans quickly and easily.

Google SketchUp 7 wants to shape you into a 3D artist Here's a hands-on look at the newest version of Google's modeling tool that was released Monday.

Google released new versions of its 3D modeling software, SketchUp and SketchUp Pro 7. The versions add features to make it more accessible for new users.

SketchUp is also noted for its integration with Google Earth. Buildings can be extracted from Google Earth and stored as models in 3D Warehouse for future SketchUp designs. See Google.

Andrew joined The Verge in 2012, writing over 4,000 stories. 3D modelling tool SketchUp is no longer a part of Google, as the company has sold the business to Trimble Navigation.