It seems like you're referring to "Photosynth," a technology provided by Microsoft's Silverlight, which was quite popular, especially in Hollywood, at the time of your post. Unfortunately, the link you provided appears to be invalid, so I can't access it for detailed information. If you're interested in seeing "Photosynth" in action, you can visit the official Stargate website at http://stargate.mgm.com. This website is a hub for all things related to the Stargate franchise, including Stargate Universe, Atlantis, and SG-1. You might find examples or references to the technology there.
