These April 2017 social media trends incorporate viral train station proposals, smart chalkboard robots that are powered by Twitter, and connected video apps that allow people to watch YouTube with their friends.
To capitalize on the excitement of singer Lana Del Rey's recent release 'Love,' Snapchat launched a new flower crown filter. Similarly to how the singer is presented in the music video that accompanies the track, the filter covers the user's head in beautiful white flower blossoms. At the same time, a snippet of the track is played, allowing users to spread their love for the artist and most recent work.
Also featured in these April 2017 social media trends is a Facebook Live video game that was inspired by 'The Walking Dead.' The game focuses on two Dutch YouTube vloggers, whose reactions are influenced by the Facebook reaction buttons. Due to the suspenseful nature of the game and the interactive elements, the Facebook Live feed accumulated over two millions views.
Top 35 Social Media Trends in April
From Shareable Pizza-Inspired Lattes to AI Social Platforms:
Riley von Niessen — Apr 30, 2017 — Pop Culture
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Meme-Inspired Fashion Ads
Gucci Partners with Viral Meme-Makers for a New Set of Creative Ads
34
Flowery Java Art Pieces
La Fee De Fleur Turns Morning Coffee Into Elegant Floral Arrangements
33
Puppy Proposal Photoshoots
The Sebastian Loves Luna Engagement Album Showcases Canine Love
32
AI Influencer Platforms
Influential Uses AI Influencer Technology to Help Brands and Agencies
31
Meme-Inspired Limited-Edition Candies
The Limited-Edition All-Pink Starburst Packs are a Fan Fave
30
Simplistic Silhouette Art
Flavio Salsano Turns Shadows from Everyday Items into Whimsical Drawings
29
Sensitive Content Filters
Blurred Photos on Instagram Will Warn of Possibly Offensive Content
28
Social Media Drones
After Launching Spectacles, Snap is Creating the Snap Drone
27
Digital 3D Smartphone Microphones
The 'Lolly' Smartphone 3D Mic Upgrades Capabilities Instantly
26
Shared Video-Viewing Apps
'UpTime' Helps People Watch YouTube Videos with Friends
25
Influencer Content Platforms
'Spreadee' Enables Content Sharing with Social Media Users
24
Social Media Shopping Tools
'Easytap' Helps Increase Conversion by Incorporating Shopping Links
23
Dreamy Singer-Inspired Social Filters
The Lana Del Rey Filter on Snapchat Features a Flower Crown
22
Pizza-Inspired Latte Artwork
The Pizza Latte Coffee is an Artistic Take on a Classic Food Favorite
21
AI Friendship Apps
'Hugging Face' is a Mobile Chat Bot That Offers Companionship
20
Animated Video Editing Apps
Apple Clips Offers Fun Ways to Enhance Videos for Sharing with Friends
19
Analytical Social Subscriptions
Twitter is Developing a Premium 'TweetDeck' for Professionals
18
Social Music Streaming Platforms
'Vibendo' Users Can Make and Share Playlists with Friends or Fans
17
Faux Companion Photoshoot Services
Real Appeal's Rental Friends Let You Show Off on Social Media
16
Social Rewards Programs
Lancome's Elite Rewards Engage Consumers Across Social Media
15
Robotic Push Notification Pets
The Soshee Social Media Dog Barks During Instagram Alerts
14
A.I.-Powered Restaurant Finders
The Sure Chatbot Uses Instagram to Make Restaurant Recommendations
13
Real-Time Zombie Games
The Walking Dead Turned Facebook Live into a Live-Action Video Game
12
Train Station Bulletin Proposals
This Proposal was Posted in a Glasgow Train Station
11
Intelligent Chalkboard Robots
The Chalkbot Draws Like Einstein for National Geographic 'Genius'
10
Eye-Catching Reading Campaigns
The Litbaits Campaign Encourages Reading with Unmissable Headlines
9
Happiness-Sharing Bots
Bbc Earth's Chatbot Shares Personalized Videos for "Real Happiness"
8
Automated Social Media Platforms
The 'Socialius' Social Media Management Platform Offers Guidance
7
Social Media Fundraising Features
Facebook is Adding a 'Personal Fundraiser' Function
6
Contextless Video Apps
'Yo Stories' Shares Video from Friends Without Additional Details
5
Crowdsourced Decision Networks
The 'WeeAct' Social Network Enables Users to Make Smart Decisions
4
Augmented Reality Table Lamps
Lampix will Change the Way Users Work and Play
3
Issue Discussion Networking Apps
The 'Blaze' App Enables Social Voting to Gauge Opinions
2
Customer-Created Taglines
Emerald Nuts' New Tagline, "Yes Good," Was Inspired by a Customer Review
1
Social Event Planning Platforms
The 'vendorspace' Matchmaking Platform Connects Professionals
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AI-Powered Social Personality Quizzes
My Insta Personality Playfully Analyzes Instagram Profiles
AI-Driven Dreamy Fashion Campaigns
ETRO's Spring 2024 Ad Campaign Uses Artificial Intelligence
AI-Powered Digital Avatars
Instagram Now Allows Users to Create Their Own AI Avatars
GenAI Flip Phone Campaigns
Motorola's Styled with Moto Features AI-Generated Virtual Models
Gen Z IRL Campaigns
Hinge's Phonebook Encourages Gen Z to Connect IRL for Global Day of Unplugging
Dating App Coffeeshops
Bumble Partners with GoodNews for Le Café Bumble in Paris
Uplifting Social Media Campaigns
Optimism Your Feed Helps Social Media Users Retrain the Algorithm
Illustrative 420 Campaigns
Vizie Unveils His Latest Work for Grassroots' 420 Campaign
Novel AI-Generated Product Designs
Arcade Introduced a Transformative AI Product Creation Platform
AI-Powered Personalized Avatars
Google Presents the VLOGGER AI to Replicate Users Digitally
AI-Driven News Apps
The Particle News App is the Latest to Enter the Digital Space
AI Food Photography Apps
MenuSnap Helps Restaurants Capture, Edit & Optimize Images
AI-Powered Restaurant Recommendations
Google Maps Now Uses AI to Recommend New Food Places
Seasonal Phone Booth Activations
Spotify's Q4 is Calling Urges Brands to Start Holiday Advertising
AI Social Media Managers
Friz is an All-in-One Tool for DTC Brands on Social
Gen Alpha Marketing Campaigns
Claire's is Targeting TikTok Growth for its Latest Ads Spending
Streetwear Culture Music Partnerships
Spotify x BAPE Redefine Hip Hop with New Playlist Covers
Year-End Live Music Shows
Spotify Wrapped Live 2023 Shares Performances from Top Global Artists
Romantic Dating App Experiences
The Bumble 'Success Stories' Campaign Includes a Las Vegas Contest
AI Social media Management
Social360 Offers a Streamlined Solution to Stay Ahead of the Curve
Social Commerce Platforms
21 Buttons is a Social Fashion Shopping Network
Data-Driven QSR Campaigns
Burger King's BK Unwrapped Reveals Customers' 2024 Ordering Preferences
AI-Powered Review Insights
Yelp Adds New AI Features for Restaurant-Goers and Owners
Personalized Ecommerce Updates
Google Shopping Introduces a 'For You' Feed for its Ecommerce App
Live Shopping Flagships
Outlandish's Santa Monica Location Supports Live Social Media Shopping
Gen Z-Influenced Marketing Campaigns
Kraft Heinz is Studying Gen Z's Preferences with New Launches
Fashion AI Platforms
AI Fashion Concierege App 'Aesthetic' Creates a Tailored Shopping Experience
Hyper-Personalized Playlists
Spotify is Using Advanced AI to Create a Connection Through Playlists
Social Video Reaction Apps
The 'Seen' App Lets Users Capture Footage of Themselves Viewing Content
Exclusive Social Shopping Snacks
Like Air is Launching Limited-Time Flavors on TikTok Shop
AI-Generated QSR Items
McDonald's India Asks Fans to Create its Signature Collection with AI
Gen Z-Focused Coachella Campaigns
Pinterest Partners With Coachella to Connect With Gen Z
AR Music Concerts
The Rolling Stones Bitmoji Show Lens Promotes a New Album
Professional Social Media Games
LinkedIn Released Three Games to Build Connections on its Platform
Social Media Analytics Tool
Track and Improve Social Media Growth with Hivehubai’s Analytics Tools
Humanlike AI Ads
New Google Pixel Ad Highlights Gemini AI’s Humanlike Conversations
Gen Alpha Social Media Apps
'SendIt' is Designed for Youth to Socialize through Games and Chatting
Dating-App Holiday Campaigns
Bumble Holiday Campaign Sparks Real-Life Connections This Season
AI-Powered Content Features
YouTube Enhances its AI Offerings with Two New Creator Features
AI-Powered Creative Digital Assistants
Adobe Express Presents a New Creative Assistant Tool
Mental Health Snack Initiatives
Pringles Relaunched a QR Design for Exclusive Movember Tubes
AI Advertisement Additions
Meta Introduces a New Suite of AI-Powered Advertising Tools
Streaming Service Expansions
Spotify Launched an In-house Creative Agency, Spotify Creative Lab
Luxury Handbag Social Integrations
Prada and Miu Miu Add New Options to Snap's Bitmoji Wardrobe
Trend Prediction Services
Tagwalk Revolutionizes Fashion Forecasting with a New AI Dashboard
Product-Integrated Filters
NYX and Snapchat Launched the 'Beauty Bestie' Shopping Filter
Social Sports Applications
EA is Launching the EA Sports Social App on Web and Mobile
Forward-Thinking Wedding Pop-Ups
Anthropologie Weddings x Pinterest Shares Emerging Styles
Fandom-Friendly Campaigns
WhatsApp & Netflix Unite for a Squid Game Fandom Celebration
In-Store Audience Engagement Solutions
Social Shelf® Has a Novel Approach to Customer Engagement
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
Singer-Inspired Pop-Up Cafes
Cash App & Sabrina Carpenter Opened a Short N' Sweet Cafe in NYC
AI-Powered Music Remixing Apps
Sprite is Reprising its Limelight Music Platform for Consumers
Social Media Fridge-Decorating Trends
Lynzi Judish Released Several Viral 'Fridgescaping' Videos
Collaborative Digital Coffee Campaigns
illy Launches its Digital Content Series 'Coffee Break'
Custom Inspirational Quotes
Muse Combines Quotes with Creative Themes for Social Media
Digital Avatar Cosmetics
e.l.f. Cosmetics & Snapchat Debuted the First Bitmoji Beauty Drop
Virally Inspired Virtual Menus
The Creator's Kitchen As Seen on TikTok Menu is Ever-Changing
Image-Based Alternative Social Medias
'Noteit' is a Snapchat-Inspired App for Gen Alpha Users
Text-to-Video AI Avatars
AI Studios Brings Content to Life
Colorful Kitchen Pop-Ups
Primal Kitchen Partners with Pintrest for a Special Initiative
Intimate Customized Denim Events
Mars the Label Brings its Friends with Mars Event to London
Social Shopping Networks
Stage TEN Empowers Creators to Build Their Own Live Shopping Channel
Social Media Political-Content Limitations
Meta is Reducing Political Content Recommendations
Style-Translating Music Apps
Groovify Transforms Looks into Music with Artificial Intelligence
Interactive Influencer Features
YouTube's New 'Hype' Feature Allows Viewers to Share in Success
Influencer-Focused Social Platforms
Later Launches an AI-Powered Social Listening Tool
Social Marketplace Updates
Instagram Launches a Marketplace to Better Connect Brands and Creators
Instagram Hashtags Generators
TwoOrbits' Tool Uses AI and Machine Learning to Help Creators
Interactive AR Experiences
The Sendit App Engaged Gen Alpha on Valentine's Day
Professional Short-Form Video Feeds
LinkedIn is Testing a TikTok-Like System on its Platform
Customizable Profile Social Platforms
The 'noplace' App Prioritizes Socialization
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Best-Friend Social Media Features
NoteIt Allows Users to Pick 5 'BFFs' for Special Features
Influencer-Led Mascara Campaigns
Milani Cosmetics and The Lipstick Lesbians Struck a Partnership
Loneliness-Combating Social Campaigns
Hinge Launches the New One More Hour Campaign and Fund
Artist-Inspired Game Events
Lady Gaga Will Make Her Digital Debut in the Fortnite Festival
Social Shopping Features
YouTube Introduces a New 'Shopping Collections' Feature for Creators
Friendship-Inspired Desserts
Snapchat and Gelato Messina Created a Special Flavor for Mates Day
Chinese Youth Search Reports
Xiaohongshu Has Released Report on Search Habits Among Youth in China
Image-Sharing Social Applications
Lapse is a New Image-Sharing App Loved by Gen Z Consumers
AI Social Media Management
From Discovery to Post Scheduling – Storefries Does it All
Private Social Photo Apps
The 'Retro' App Focuses on Mindful Sharing with Select Others
Social Camera Fitness Apps
SnapFit Lets Users Document Their Journey with Photos
Resourceful Digital Platform Events
Meta will Host an Immersive Instagram Family Pop-Up in NYC
Australian Yogurt Campaigns
Yoplait Launches a New Platform and Marketing Campaign with AJF
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
Hockey-Focused Influencer Campaigns
Great Clips Introduces the ‘Show Your Flow’ Campaign
Teen-Protecting Social Media Features
Meta Expanded its 'Limit' and 'Restrict' Instagram Tools
AI-Powered Business Discoveries
Yelp Unveils a New AI Assistant and 'Project Ideas' Feature
Drone Marketing Initatives
LEGO Takes to the Sky with Drone Show and Aerial Messages
Personality-Packed Snack Filters
Jack Link's Created Bold "Flavor Filters" for Gen Z Job Seekers
Generative AI Historical Art
Google Presents the Art Selfie 2 Feature Fusing Art and Selfies
Hidden Social App Mini-Games
Instagram Entices Users with Hidden Games in Their DMs
Social Media-Integrated AI Lenses
Snapchat Launches the New AR Lenses with ChatGPT
Digital Social Sharing Spaces
The Shilo App Invites Users to Share and Curate What They Love
Latin Cuisine-Inspired Cafe Menus
The Latest Dunkin' Spring Menu is Arriving Now
Social Vlogging Apps
Shortake Let's Users Capture a Few Moments Every Day
Social Media-Based AI Travels
Let’s Trip AI Simplifies the Process of Crafting Memorable Trips
AI Social Media Generators
Snowball FATG Can Help Create Viral Social Moments in Seconds
Passion-Sharing List Platforms
MyLikes Helps Users Share What They Enjoy with Curated Lists
Social Music Experiences
Dila Connects Users by Creating Friendships Through Playlists
Retro-Inspired Animated Stickers
Apple Rolls Out New Stickers Ahead of this Year's WWDC
Automated Social Media Posting
PosterGPT Uses AI to Post the Latest News Stories to Your Feed
AI-Powered Creative Services
WePost Saga Helps Businesses Enhance Their Online Social Presence
SaaS Influencer Marketing Tools
Beeing Social Launches 'Buzz Bee Buzz' for Influencer Marketing
AI-Powered Profile Tools
Bumble is Using Artificial Intelligence to Help with its User Experience
Localized Networking Platforms
Presence Connects Users with Like-Minded Individuals Nearby
Secondary Social Media Features
Instagram is Rolling out the Flipside Feature On User Profiles
AI-Indicating Content Labels
Meta is Preparing to Roll out Labels Depicting Content Made with AI
AI Social Media Engagement
LinkFluence Produces Compelling LinkedIn Posts Effortlessly
Uplifting Virtual Influencer Collabs
The Lennnie x Dove Collab Promotes Body Positivity
Professional Community Platforms
LinkedIn is Targeting Gen Z Professionals with its New Campaign
Career Platform AI Features
LinkedIn Introduces a Slew of AI-Powered Enhancements
Dynamic Interest Social Platforms
Palette Let's People Curate Their Likes However They Please
Music-Focused Social Media
Musicboard is a Place for Music Lovers to Unite
Social Sticker Features
Instagram Unveils the New Sticker Features for Stories and Other Content
Social Sharing Upgrades
Snapchat Introduces an After Dark Feature for Dynamic Sharing
Debunking AI Apps
BSBot Helps Publicis Clients Tell the Truth About AI from Fiction at Cannes
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Social Media-Building Tools
ReplyMore Helps Small Accounts Build Their Followings Through Replies
Private Social Media Services
Instagram Now Allows Posts and Reels to be Shared with Close Friends
Personalized Professional Content Generators
Viralify AI Crafts LinkedIn Posts to Save You Time
Social Sticker-Making Features
WhatsApp Launches a New In-App Custom Sticker Maker
Social App Feature Updates
Instagram is Moving the Status Update Notes to Profiles
Digital Community-Branded Product Lines
The Girl Math Gang Debuts New Product Offerings
Social Media Dating Profiles
LikeLike Scans Your Instagram to Find Romantic Matches
Novelty Polling Websites
Funnypoll Gives Users a Quick Laugh in an Often Overwhelming Online Space
Intellectually Stimulating Social Media
Maven Goes Back to Basics with Traditional Algorithms
AI Social Media Enhancement
Attract AI Elevates Charm on Social Media with a Few Taps
Safety-Oriented Social Tools
Instagram Aims to Protect Vulnerable Teens with its New Safety Update
Censorship-Combatting Social Media Campaigns
Operation Retweet Uses AI-Generated Avatars
Updated Social Web Apps
Mastodon's New Update Streamlines Notifications and Posting Capabilities
Creative Collaboration Clubs
Dazed Has Launched a New Social Media App Called Dazed Club
TV-Specific Pop Informants
COVER Emerges as the Essential App for TV Show Aficionados
Gamified Inspiration Networks
Dailycrowds Gamifies Social Interaction for Motivation and Insights
Automated Social Media Creation
Postlyy Helps People Effortlessly Manage Their Socials
Social Media Visibility Boosting
Instagram hashtags is a Free Service to Enhance Your Instagram
Community-Driven Public Maps
Happy Face Local Updates Allows Users to Comment on Neighborhood Maps
Personalized Content Discovery Tools
Bread Allows Users To Discover Social Content and Save it