Tag Archives: Map

Looking for happiness? Now there’s a map for that.Mobile web app Happstr lets users mark the locations at which they’re happy on a…… Read More…

Localmind came out of Year One Labs (where I’m a Founding Partner.) They raised a seed round in July, 2011 after graduating from the accelerator. Since then they’ve been working on a lot of interesting stuff, and today they launched one of their biggest updates ye… Read More…

The network of transit apps now available has grown nearly as complicated as the oft daunting subway systems they were created to navigate. Certain New York-focused programs we’ve used have their strong points—New York Subway features an augmented reality function for above-ground navigation; NYC Exit Stra… Read More…

Bikn enables users to find lost objects, pets or children using an RF-enabled iPhone case, tags and app…. Read More…

The WhatWasThere map appears, at first glance, to be no different from any ordinary Google Map. However, closer inspection reveals numerous geo-tags which, when clicked, display photos of the tagged area from the past. The photo is accompanied by a brief description, and there is even the option to view the photo in context at street level, using Google Street view to juxtapose the image against its modern surroundings. The project is entirely user generated, and the site welcomes users with an invitation to browse the map or upload their own historical photos…. Read More…

Gowalla is a fun way to share with your friends the places you have been. From those incredible travelling expeditions that you want to remember and share for others to checkout, or even the minimalist of local “Easter eggs” (hot spots, such as clubs, libraries or anything else). … Read More…