Geolocation: Mobile Geo-Fashion
Geofencing - when the location-aware device of a location-based service (LBS) user enters or exits a geofence, the device receives a generated notification. This notification might contain information about the location of the device.
Enter Lustr, what appears to be the first geo-fencing shopping mobile app to the fashion world. Lustr has collected a database of 2,000 stores and 3,000 brands to partake in this most dangerous app. Think Urban Spoon for the shopper/fashionista with neawly added Foursquare “Special Nearby” deal functionality for participating boutiques. The app is compatible with most smart phone devices but only listings only cover the NY area at this time.
- Is Geofencing the Next Evolution for Location Apps? Location Labs Thinks So (readwriteweb.com)
- “Geofencing” enables new location-based apps, raises privacy concerns (venturebeat.com)
