The Softonic Minute: Google Maps, Microsoft, SkyDrive and Facebook

Google Maps officially launched. Google announced its new maps almost 9 months ago, but until now, it could only be accessed by invitation. The new interface is now available to everyone. Improvements include better use of space, and 3D buildings that let you explore all your favorite places. Microsoft learns from Windows 8. One designer of the operating system has stated that Windows 8 forced users to learn how to use the Modern interface. For Windows 9, it plans to create a system that lets users decide whether they want to work with the classic desktop, or the modern home screen, which is good news for old school users. SkyDrive rebrands as OneDrive. The storage service from Microsoft has finally adopted its new name. The new OneDrive offers various rewards and incentives to increase the capacity of free storage space. In addition, Office Web Apps is now called Office Online. Things are changing in Redmond! Facebook Buys WhatsApp. After the surprise purchase, Mark Zuckerberg has confirmed that neither Facebook Messenger nor WhatsApp will disappear. Both will coexist in peace, although they have a new enemy: Telegram. Since the purchase was announced, its subscriptions have gone up by 300%.