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Key Microsoft engineer defects to rival Google | Internet & Media - CNET NewsBlaise Aguera y Arcas, an engineer and imagery expert who played a key role in development of Microsoft's Bing, has left the company for rival Google, according to a New York Times report.
At Microsoft, Aguera y Arcas focused on augmented reality, mapping, wearable computing and natural user interfaces, and was an architect of Bing Maps and Bing Mobile. He was named a distinguished engineer in 2011 and oversaw development of Photosynth, a 3D panorama photo app.
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