Ultimate Tech Guide to Boston

Whether you're a lifelong resident of Boston, just moving there, or simply passing through, this guide has 18 apps and services for navigating and enjoying the city life to its fullest.

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November 9, 2015, 10:00 AM PST

By Nicole Terese


Every city has its own unique way of operating, and the tech world is responding to that with various solutions that make city life all the more efficient and enjoyable.

In this Ultimate Guide to Boston, Netted is featuring 18 apps and services for getting around and experiencing Boston. With apps and services from Boston's own department of New Urban Mechanics, as well as independent transportation apps, home care services (like a Boston-based butler service), bike share apps, and much more, these 18 tech tools are designed to help you enjoy everything Boston has to offer and experience the best of the city.

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