This App Helps Users Turn Local Weather Photos into Humorous Memes
Katherine Pendrill — October 13, 2015 — Tech
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'Weathergram' is a mobile app that helps users turn local weather photos into humorous memes. The rise of social media means that many users rely on others to provide them with information about what is going on in the world. This app provides a unique way to crowdsource weather updates.
Weathergram is a mobile application that can be used in conjunction with Instagram. To use the app, users simply select their location using Instagram’s photo map. Once they have identified their location, the app allows them to share local weather photos. These photos are paired with inspirational quotes, which are chosen at random based on how other users have described the area. The idea behind the application to to put a humorous spin on the idea of crowdsourced weather updates.
The app provides a fun way for users to share content and check the local forecast at the same time.
Weathergram is a mobile application that can be used in conjunction with Instagram. To use the app, users simply select their location using Instagram’s photo map. Once they have identified their location, the app allows them to share local weather photos. These photos are paired with inspirational quotes, which are chosen at random based on how other users have described the area. The idea behind the application to to put a humorous spin on the idea of crowdsourced weather updates.
The app provides a fun way for users to share content and check the local forecast at the same time.
Trend Themes
1. Social Media Crowdsourcing - Apps that crowdsource user-generated content are disrupting the way people share information online.
2. Weather-based Memes - Incorporating humor into traditional weather updates can create new opportunities for user engagement and retention.
3. Location-based Weather Tracking - Using location-based data to provide hyper-localized weather updates can create more accurate and helpful information for users.
Industry Implications
1. Weather Forecasting - Integrating social media and user-generated content can improve the accuracy and relevance of weather forecasting.
2. Mobile Applications - Mobile apps that incorporate user-generated content and humor have the potential to stand out and gain a loyal user base in an increasingly saturated market.
3. Social Media Marketing - Brands can leverage social media crowdsourcing and humor-based content to engage with consumers and improve brand awareness.
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