SketchUp, a 3D modeling program owned by Google, is being discontinued as a standalone application. As of January 2017, SketchUp will only be available as a web-based application, SketchUp Free. SketchUp was originally developed by @Last Software, which was acquired by Google in 2006. The program has been popular with architects, interior designers, and other professionals who use 3D modeling. However, Google has been phasing out SketchUp in favor of its own 3D modeling program, Trimble SketchUp. Trimble SketchUp is a more powerful and professional-grade application than SketchUp. Google will continue to support SketchUp Free, but it is unclear how long that support will last.
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Sketchup is a 3D modeling program that is changing to a subscription-based service. The new pricing model will be $99 per year or $119 per year for a pro version. The change will go into effect on November 1, 2016. If you are currently using Sketchup, you will be grandfathered in and will not be required to pay the subscription fee.