Facebook launches ‘Neighborhoods’ feature to connect local communities

Apps that connect people living in a specific locality are not exactly a new concept, and many apps have offered the ability to connect with neighbours using an app or via a web service, such as Kahuti, Chummy, Nextdoor, and Zingr. Facebook is now getting in on the action with a new Neighborhoods tool, according to a new report.

In October last year, we had reported that the social networking company had started working on a new feature to connect people with their neighbours, that was being tested in Calgary, Canada. While the company did launch the feature today, it will still be accessible only in Canada and four US cities, according to CNET.