Satellites remain orbit due to a balance between gravity (toward Earth) and centrifugal forces (away from Earth). Gravity is stronger closer to Earth, and the outward (centrifugal) force is stronger for faster rotation around Earth.

GOES visible satellite image.

Polar orbiting satellite image at the same time (2 km resolution). Note the colors are "true."

Polar orbiting satellite image at the same time (1 km resolution).

Polar orbiting satellite image at the same time (250 meter resolution). Note the city of Los Angeles.