The world is growing smaller and more interconnected thanks to technology, but that doesn't mean that society has stopped caring about location-based services. While the global mindset is strong, more niche communities have their own wants and needs, so there have been a surge of services to help cater to specific people in particular areas.
Take, for example, Lonely Planet Friends. This is an app that connects lone travelers to other travelers in the area. There are dozens of similar apps for people looking to party, date or just meet a new friend. Even large companies like Virgin America has jumped on the location-based service bandwagon. Their San Francisco terminal actually checks in on Foursquare!
Whatever your locale or niche, there is an app or tech gadget to suit your fancy.
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Social Media Airports
The Virgin America San Francisco Terminal Checks-In on Foursquare & Facebook
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Business Location Service Apps
The Apple iBeacon Service Lets Businesses Send Targeted Promotions
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Location-Based Flashbacks
4square and 7 Years Ago Takes You Back in Time
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Location-Based Albums
'The National Mall' Changes Its Tune Based Upon Your Location
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Location-Based Language Lessons
Voxy Learning Program Teaches You Based On Daily Activities
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Location-Based Online Bulletins
WizeNation Lets Neighbors Connect Minus the Awkward Introductions
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Location-Based Motivation Apps
The GetUpp App Encourages You to Keep Your Commitments
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Location-Based Friend Tools
Lonely Planet Friends for Friends App is Perfect for Solo Travelers
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Android-Powered Auto Stereos
The Parrot Asteroid is Packed with Convenient Navigation Features
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Subway-Exclusive WIFI
Tokyo Rail Partners With Mitsubishi to Provide TrainNet
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Location-Based Mobile Apps
The Localmind App Answers Questions Wherever They're Asked
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Hyper-Targeted Check-Ins
Foursquare Local Updates Lets Brands Send Messages to Specific Users
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Location-Based Messaging Apps
The Repudo App Lets You Leave Digital Notes in the Real-World
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Gay Guy Finding Apps
The Very Popular Grindr App Just Released its Android Version
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Location-Based Medicine Deals
Green Cross Partners With Foursquare to Offer Deals to Users
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Integrated Auto Apps
ZENRIN Datacom Collaborates With the QNX CAR Platform
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Search Engine Geo Apps
The New Google Latitude Lets You Check Into Places
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Friend-Tracking Tools
‘We're In' App by Bing Lets You Find and Connect with Your
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Gen Z IRL Campaigns
Hinge's Phonebook Encourages Gen Z to Connect IRL for Global Day of Unplugging
Traveling Tech Enthusiast Chatbots
'Wanna Catchup?' Connects Tech Lovers When They Travel
Regional Travel Apps
Freedomverse & Tourism Authority of Thailand Debut the Freedom World App
Remote Work-Locating Tools
The Remote Worker Helps Digital Nomads Find a Temporary Space to Work
Niche Search Engine Tools
Global Explorer Helps Users Discover and Dive Deeper into Topics
Longevity-Focused Wellness Apps
Zest is Focused on Extending Healthy Lifespan Through Technology
Immersive Sports Fan Platforms
Sony's FavoriteSpace™ Caters to the Sports Fan Communities
Upcoming Anti-Loneliness Apps
Phori Is an AI-Enhanced Chat App to Help Introverts with Loneliness
Senior-Targeted Wearable Devices
Lifeline Canada Debuts 'On The Go with Wandering'
Self-Locating Wallets
The ESR Geo Wallet Integrates an Apple-Certified Find My Network
Social Commerce Apps
GIST is an App-Based Social Platform for Sharing Purchases with Friends
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
Authenticity-Promoting Social Media Apps
The Viberse App Emphasizes Authenticity and Spontaneity
AI-Powered Storytelling Travel Apps
Journi is an App for Tour Guides to Share Exciting Narratives
Professional Social Media Games
LinkedIn Released Three Games to Build Connections on its Platform
Mixed-Reality Shopping Apps
StockX Launched an Immersive Way to Shop with the Apple Vision Pro
Audio Guide Tourism Apps
Tourly Uses AI and Audio to Make Every Landmark Speak
Spatial Computing Shopping Apps
'Alo Yoga' Debuted a New App for the Apple Vision Pro
Complimentary Health Apps
Life Time, Inc. Has Announced That Its Life Time App is Now Free
Photo-Based Travel Sharing
Mano is a Community Travel App That Lets You Pin Polaroid-Style Moments
IRL Dating Apps
The Blush App Aims to Enhance the Dating Experience with Real-World Connections
Social Sports Applications
EA is Launching the EA Sports Social App on Web and Mobile
Brick Builder Community Apps
The LEGO Play App Provides a Kid-Safe Space for Builders of All Ages
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
Accessibility-Focused Navigation Apps
The Atlas App is a Community-Driven Solution
Tech-Powered Business Solutions
Apple Business Connect Leverages the Brand's User Base
Nonprofit-Backed Senior Social Apps
'Senior Planet Community' is Supported by the AARP for Seniors
Miniature Tile Bluetooth Trackers
Life360 Introduces the Comprehensive Dynamic Tile Bluetooth
Comprehensive Health Care Suites
Bright Sits on the Intersection of Technology and Health
Neighborly Contracting Apps
Pigybak Ride Helps Neighbors Support Neighbors with Home Projects
Device-Locating Digital Ecosystems
Google is Officially Launching its 'Find My Device' Service
Connection-Focused Health Apps
'Circles' Safely Connects People Struggling with Mental Health
AI Plant Care Apps
HomeGardenAI Enhances the Health of Indoor Plants & Home Gardens
Customizable Profile Social Platforms
The 'noplace' App Prioritizes Socialization
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Comprehensive Travel Navigation Apps
Destination App Integrates Information from Over 800 Sources
Best-Friend Social Media Features
NoteIt Allows Users to Pick 5 'BFFs' for Special Features
Personality-Focused Dating Apps
The Bokay App Expands Its Services Across Canada
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
Loneliness-Combating Social Campaigns
Hinge Launches the New One More Hour Campaign and Fund
Language Translation Search Tools
Google's Circle to Search Tool is Getting New Updates
Interactive Quiet-Locating Maps
Quiet Places Finder Helps People Locate Calm in the Big City
Car-Identifying Apps
Scout Helps Enthusiasts Identify a Vehicle
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
Screen-Free Wandering Navigation
TERRA is a Pocket-sized Compass That Supports Mindful Wandering
Matchmaking Dating Apps
The 'Cheers' Dating App Incorporates Friend into the Experience
Adventure-Focused Social Platforms
Outside Debuts an All-In-One Experience for Outdoor Enthusiasts
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
Film Industry Networking Apps
The 'BeScene' App Takes a Swiping Approach to Networking
Immersive Language-Learning Apps
Travel Echo Helps Travelers Engage With Locals Abroad
Relationship Management Apps
With LoveSpace, Couples Can Share Updates, Feelings, and Calendars
AI-Powered Optimized Work Structures
Microsoft Places Finds the Best Time to Go into the Office
Travel Journal Apps
Avare Lets You Create and Customize Locations on an Interactive Map
Socially Connected Workout Apps
The 'SocialPump' App Connects Athletes to Their Friends
Gesture-Controlled Apps
Spatial Touch Lets Users Navigate Tech With Their Fingers
Real-Time Night Life Maps
Bardar Provides Real-Time Information on Venues and Nightlife in Sydney
Connective Travel Recommendations
LFG Curates 'Placelists' Acting as a "Spotify for Travel"
Vanlife Travel Companions
Roadlifer Helps with the Essentials for On-The-Road Living and Travel
Personalized AI Travel Guides
Hermeso Will Give You Local Suggestions Based on Your Wants
Tech-Enhanced Travel Planning
Travvit is a Travel Discovery Platform to Inspire Better Vacations
Pro-Community Social Media Apps
Take Creates Real Life Interactions Through a Social Network
Connective Health Apps
WellB Health Connects Your with Doctors to Suit Your Needs
Digital Social Sharing Spaces
The Shilo App Invites Users to Share and Curate What They Love
Friend-Finding Dinners
Timeleft Fights Big-City Loneliness by Matching Strangers for Dinner
Interconnected Messaging Ecosystems
Whatsapp to Introduce Support for Messages Third-Party Apps
AI-Powered Global Facts
GeoFacts Helps Users Explore the World One Click at a Time
Authentic Dating Apps
Menta Social is a Dating App For People Looking for Real Connections
Location-Sharing Codes
LandCode’s Technology Ensures That Users Can Quickly Convey Locations
Backpacker-Connecting Travel Apps
Cotravel Brings Backpackers from Around the Globe Together
Meaningful Connection Platforms
Livebeam Wants to Connect Like-minded People in an Online Space
AI-Powered Tech Deliveries
Best Buy Unveils the New AI-Powered Delivery Service
Interest-Based Matchmaker Apps
Wana Matches People Based on Shared Interests
Comforting Mental Health Apps
Lunai Allows Users to Share Their Thoughts in Private
Connective Men's Wellness Apps
'Find a Men's Group' Helps Men Seeking Community and Support
Social Gathering-Scheduling Apps
Tecatita Light Debuts the Convenience-Focused Momentitos App
Social Trip-Planning Apps
TripMap Makes Trip Planning Easier with Expense Tracking and More
Digital Relationship Spaces
Tether is Designed for Couples to Share Photos, Moments, and More
Community-Oriented Meetup Apps
The 'Flying Pig' App Connects People for Hanging Out
Efficient Property Management Apps
Tribe Property Technologies Has Launched Its Tribe Home App
Travel-Friendly Location Scouting
LocationScout Helps Travelers Find the Most Beautiful Spots
Connective Foodie Apps
Letslicious is a Foodie Social Media App Connecting Likeminded People
AI-Powered App Assistants
Yelp Unveils the Yelp Assistant Leveraging AI to Find Contractors
Music-Focused Social Media
Musicboard is a Place for Music Lovers to Unite
Niche Interest Social Networks
Spiral Social Was Inspired by Wikipedia Topics
Virtual Table Top Games
TinyTable Combines the Joy of Table Top Games with Virtual Video Calls
Curated Flight Deal Apps
The Going App Offers Expert and Personalized Travel Deals
AI App Accessibility Tools
LocalizeBot + Context Enables Developers to Reach Bigger Audiences
City Exploration Apps
Concrete is a Social Exploration App Inviting Users to Discover Their City
Video Call Shopping Services
Apple's Specialist over Video Service Enhances Personalization
Engaging Travel Maps
BrokenMap Helps to Visualize a Traveler's Global Adventures
Social Isolation-Combating Platforms
TimeBank by Healthfirst Foundation Has Debuted a New Platform
Intimate Social Media Websites
Bubbl Widget Builds a Small Online Community of Close Friends
Localized App Translation
Translatespace Can Make an App MultiLingual in Minutes
Connective Sports Apps
Acti Forges Connections Between Like-Minded Sports Lovers
Parental Guidance Shopping Apps
The 'Auggie' App Connects Experienced Parents to New Ones
Solo Travel Apps
Bunji Connects Like-Minded Travelers to Enrich Authentic Experiences
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Restaurant Discovery Websites
Find Me a Restaurant Will Help You Pick Where to Eat
Connective Travel Apps
Fairytrail is For Those Who Value Travel and Meaningful Connections
Phone Puzzle Games
Word Search Game Offers Mental Stimulation with Word-Based Challenges
AI Travel Guide Apps
DocentPro Offers Insights and Stories of Nearby Attractions and Sites
Milestone-Marking Relationship Maps
Lovecation Moments is the Perfect Valentine's Day Gift
Live Music Booking Apps
Gig App is an All-in-One Platforms for Artists and Venues
Musician-Connecting Platforms
BandMatch Helps People Discover Nearby Musicians to Create Bands
Global Love Story Maps
WhereWeMet.Org Shares Love Stories on a World Map
Pre-Launch B2B Startup Apps
Faindrr Focuses on Growth and Connections Between new Startup Founders
Public Bathroom Location Apps
The Bathroom App Helps People in Need of Relief
Geospatial Data Search Engines
750,000 Datasets Can Be Accessed on Galileo's Platform
Social Media Dating Profiles
LikeLike Scans Your Instagram to Find Romantic Matches
Interactive Parisian Neighbourhood Apps
NotezParis Let's users Rate Their Experiences in Paris
Community-Based Eclipse Apps
The Eclipse App Helped People Better Witness the 2024 Eclipse
Social Gaming Calendars
ArcadeCal Helps Gamers Coordinate Their Gaming Sessions
Community Borrowing Apps
Borrow Encourages Neighbours to Interact and Share
Real-Time Social Maps
Mapin is a Social Map That Connects the Community Through Content
Connection-Building Prompt Apps
Quiver's Daily Questions Will Connect You to Friends and Strangers
Remote Worker Networking Apps
Midstay is an App for Remote Workers to Connect
Membership-Based Community Engagement
The Lamp App Uses Technology to Promote Community Giving
Digitized Travel Wishlists
Wish2Go Let's Users Save Locations to Bring Travel Dreams to Life
Cultural Connectivity Apps
Latamvibe is a Social Platform for People Seeking Connections
Invite-Only Family Memory Hubs
Kinnect Unveils its New and Enhanced Mobile Application
Connective Time Zone Apps
Clockwise Helps You Stay In Sync Across The Globe
Global Time Zone Navigators
What is the Time Connects People Regardless of Their Time Zone
Location-Based Photo Sharing
Harbor Creates Personalized Picture Albums Through location Sharing
Connective Handy Services Apps
HandyFriend Connects Home Owners With Maintence Workers
Comprehensive Sports Apps
OutyPlay Builds Community for Sports Enthusiasts
Geography Guessing Games
TopoGuesser Uses Google Earth to Challenge Players with World Landscapes
Mental Health Community Engagement
OOt Social Health Recently Launched Its Application
Location-Altering GPS Systems
The GPS Spoofer Safeguards Personal Data for Your Prtection
Engagement-Boosting Marketing Apps
LOCALACT Unveils the LOCALACT Mobile Marketing Application
Personalized Map Markers
MiniMap Radar Let's Users Mark Favorite Spots with Personalized Icons
No-Network Dependent Browsing Tools
Google Unveils the More Helpful Suggestions Feature
TV-Specific Pop Informants
COVER Emerges as the Essential App for TV Show Aficionados
Community Social Apps
Beezle Social Keeps Users Informed Connected with Their Neighbors
Connective Altruistic Apps
Heart 2 Help Uses Tech Can to Foster Positive Relationships
App-Based Cleaning Tips
The Okanagan Forest Task Force Debuts an App to Clean its Backcountry
Community-Driven Public Maps
Happy Face Local Updates Allows Users to Comment on Neighborhood Maps
Aggregated Plant Retail Apps
GetAnyPlant Boasts a Vast Database of Greenery for Sale
Social Travel Exploration Platforms
Roame.io Lets Users Swipe Through Curated Recommendations
In-Neighbourhood Service Maps
TROT KIT Helps Nomads Find Services Where They Are