got geoint?

Remember a few years back when we were first confronted with the big digital shift and it seemed that our information needs would be all about going “local”? Many believed that a world of micro news sites and blogs targeting very localized areas would pop up as many local newspapers began to take a plunge. This never really happened. Though something else captivated people: the rise of geo-location technology and apps. The fast ascension of companies like Foursquare, Gowalla and others have created a world of geo-location apps that offer Q&A services, meaning they answer pretty much any question you have about a localized area.

Mashable was kind enough to share their thoughts on six new localized location apps, though one app in particular stands out in our humble opinion: Localmind. What is Localmind you ask? This very cool app is socially driven and relies on actual humans to provide the answers. Kind of like HUMINT and GEOINT combining to help you find a good sushi restaurant in Minneapolis.

Here’s what the app looks like in action:

Tags: Foursquare, GEOINT, geospatial intelligence, got geoint?, Gowalla, HUMINT, LBS Zone, Localmind, Localmind App, Location-Based, Location-Based Apps, USGIF