Google just launched a 3D interactive online virtual world called Lively where users can connect with each other in ways beyond their imagination.

Google Lively basically allows users to interact socially in a much more realistic manner than just leaving comments or text blurbs around social networks.

Lively is more likely build on the concept of Second Life which is the world’s most populated online 3D virtual world. But Lively has some unique features which make it more fun.

Some of the most interesting features of Lively are:

• A Lively room can be embedded to any webpage/blog using an iFrame.
• No registration required. Just use Google account.
• There are multiple worlds e.g. super heroes, islands, fantasy etc.
• Runs right inside from the browser.
• Users can watch YouTube videos on Televisions inside rooms.
• Users can hug, shake hands, play games, chat and much more!

As my personal experience says, Lively is just too fun and addictive. It requires Windows Vista/XP with Internet Explorer or Firefox.

Note: Make sure you have the latest version of flash and enough patience to get used to bugs as the service is in Beta.

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