application. A developer API is also available for other parties who want to localize some of their information or web applications without having to go through the trouble of building a local java app from the ground up. If appropriate, they may also place their apps on the Blipsocial launchpad.

Current applications include:

* Facebook-powered buddy finder - check out all of your friends' status and locations (if shared). Blipsocial facebook application must also be added for this functionality.

* Yelp-powered local search based on your current location.

* Local Notes: a geo tagged twitter which lets you post and see comments of those around you.

* BART realtime train tracking - find the next train at the nearest station. Caltrain is coming soon.

* Gas Tracker - track your gas mileage per vehicle, share and compare with similar vehicles, and find cheaper gas

* Local weather forecast

* Nearby movie theaters and showtimes

* Realtime nearby traffic conditions

More applications are being added all the time!