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  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 30, 2018
  • July 28, 2023

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Explore historical New York City with old photographs that appear based on your current location in Brooklyn and Queens. Discover buildings and share images from your explorations.

Location-based historical photos
Browse map of locations
Share photos to social media
Content from NYC archives
Future borough expansions
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What's New in Walking NY

2.1.0

July 28, 2023

Thanks for using our app! This version brings an updated share feature

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User reviews

Use your GPS or the map icon in the center of the top row

This app contains over 2,300 photos, most of which show historical photos of the outer boroughs. Obviously the previous comment did have the GPS turned on. Duh!

Is this app active?

Has three images , a map and that seems to be it. I was hoping it would be a great source of info for us since we just moved to Queens.😕

Keep on crashing

Every time I try to open the app. It keep on crashing. 😫

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FAQ

What historical content does Walking NY feature?

Walking NY features selections from the New York City Housing Authority Photograph Collection, the Queens Public Library, and the Brooklyn Historical Society’s Photograph Collection. These are old photographs of buildings and sites in Brooklyn and Queens.

Does Walking NY have ads?

No, Walking NY does not contain advertisements. It is a free application with no in-app purchases or ads.

What devices does Walking NY support?

Walking NY is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It is not currently available for Android devices.

When was Walking NY last updated?

The latest version of Walking NY was released on July 28, 2023. The app was originally released on March 30, 2018.

What is the age rating for Walking NY?

Walking NY has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children and adults.

What is the user feedback on Walking NY?

Walking NY has received a rating of 2.3 stars from 3 ratings. This suggests mixed to negative user sentiment based on the limited feedback available.

Will Walking NY expand to other New York City boroughs?

Yes, the developers plan to add Manhattan, the Bronx, and Staten Island in future updates. This will allow users to explore all five boroughs.

How does Walking NY determine which photos to show?

The app locates the block you are standing on and selects old photos of buildings on that site or nearby. This provides contextually relevant historical imagery.