For those of you who have not heard of the Photosynth you really need to really check it out. I know you have install a plug-in, but seriously you need to check it out. Based on the theme of letting your data tell a story. Your pictures along with everyone else's pictures can come together to tell even a greater story about the location.
http://labs.live.com/photosynth/
Here is a great video explaining what it does.
Well no that you see how awesome it is Check out a recent CSI where they usie it in the real world with limited hype. Almost everything you see there would seem to be possible in Photosynth.
I am really excited about this project in general. I love the thought of stitching together everyone's images to form a super 360D image. Its just so cool. Expect to be hearing allot from me as i see this technology progress.