DeHood Neighborhood-Centric

Location-based Social Networking

One touch connects your neighborhood

Social Media WeekSeptember 21, 2010

Neighborhood Matters

10 Ways Geolocation is Changing the WorldJuly 26, 2010 | Rob Reed

Location technologies are transforming how we experience, navigate, and ultimately better our world. From the global to the local, here are 10 ways geolocation is a positive force for good.

7. One of the hottest categories in geolocation is neighborhood networking. The vision for many of these apps is to strengthen the very fabric of our communities. With DeHood, you can keep track of what’s happening in your neighborhood, share your favorite places, and grease the wheels for actually meeting people. After all, if you’ve made contact through the app, it’s a lot easier to say “Hello” in the real world. In the end, making connections with your neighbors can lead to safer, more productive, and more sustainable communities.

Social Media Monopoly Board GameJuly 28, 2010 | Crystal Gibson

This is the best thing since BUMP for the iPhone which allowed you to instantly add friends to Facebook – it’s Social Media Monopoly. Race around the board picking up smartphones and computers but make sure you don’t get sent to MySpace or you’ll risk losing everything, including your reputation.

The Need for a Neighborhood Solution People care about local issues

20% Americans have signed up for email or text alerts about local issues

14% of email users signed up for school alerts

11% read a blog about community issues

11% of adults signed up for weather alerts

21% of college grads email neighbors about community issues

Age 30 and older exchange more emails about community 18-29 years: 8%

30-49 years 15%

50-64 years 14%

65+ years 19%

9% of online women are part of a neighbor group

5% of online men are part of a neighbor group

Point tools are being used in the absence of a solution

Source: Pew Internet & American Life Project, Neighbors Online, June 9, 2010

What is DeHood?

DeHood makes neighborhoods a

better place to live and work by

connecting local people, institutions,

and businesses. It offers a unique

platform to drive community-centric

activities, causes and concerns;

while enabling users to meet, talk,

shop and play.

Everywhere. Here. Now.

DeHood iPad App DeHood iPhone App

DeHood Facebook AppDeHood.com

Ways to engage with the neighborhood

Buzz

Places

People

Shop

More…

Unique Social Network for ShoppingDeal Reporting &Verification Game- Users and businesses can self-report

deals on the app- Others will verify and get points

Brands and Chains all over DeHood

350 Major Chains and Brands Already Mapped on DeHood Throughout the US

National Deals Reported on the App