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Online Community Development
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help | TechCrunch

The rise of friendship apps addresses increasing loneliness and social isolation, providing platforms for meaningful connections among individuals.
Online Community Development
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help | TechCrunch

Friendship-focused apps have emerged as a solution to rising loneliness, generating $16 million in U.S. consumer spending with 4.3 million downloads in 2025.
Online Community Development
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help | TechCrunch

The rise of friendship apps addresses increasing loneliness and social isolation, providing platforms for meaningful connections among individuals.
Online Community Development
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help | TechCrunch

Friendship-focused apps have emerged as a solution to rising loneliness, generating $16 million in U.S. consumer spending with 4.3 million downloads in 2025.
#social-media
Startup companies
fromWIRED
1 hour ago

He Started a Social Network Alone. Then 5 Million People Signed Up

UpScrolled, founded by Issam Hijazi, rapidly gained over 5 million users by offering a censorship-free social media alternative.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

The anonymous social app that thinks it can work in Saudi Arabia | TechCrunch

Fizz is expanding globally, successfully launching in Saudi Arabia and aiming to become a generational social product beyond college campuses.
Startup companies
fromWIRED
1 hour ago

He Started a Social Network Alone. Then 5 Million People Signed Up

UpScrolled, founded by Issam Hijazi, rapidly gained over 5 million users by offering a censorship-free social media alternative.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

The anonymous social app that thinks it can work in Saudi Arabia | TechCrunch

Fizz is expanding globally, successfully launching in Saudi Arabia and aiming to become a generational social product beyond college campuses.
#google-maps
Roam Research
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

I let Gemini in Google Maps plan my day and it went surprisingly well

Gemini enhances Google Maps by providing personalized itinerary planning and useful suggestions for exploring new areas.
Mobile UX
fromTNW | Google
3 weeks ago

Google Maps launches Ask Maps

Google Maps introduces Ask Maps, a conversational AI feature, and Immersive Navigation with 3D rendering, representing the app's most significant overhaul since Street View.
Roam Research
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

Your Google Maps just got two huge upgrades - including a totally new driving experience

Google Maps introduces Ask Gemini for conversational AI-powered queries and Immersive Navigation featuring 3D driving views with enhanced visual and voice guidance.
Roam Research
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

Google Maps brings a 3D map to your driving directions

Google Maps introduces Immersive Navigation with 3D rendering powered by Gemini AI, offering enhanced driving directions with natural voice guidance and intelligent route alternatives.
Roam Research
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

Google Maps Makes Its Biggest Navigation Update in Over a Decade - What This Means for Your Next Drive

Google Maps introduces Ask Maps conversational AI and Immersive Navigation with 3D visuals to enhance travel planning and driving experiences.
Roam Research
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

I let Gemini in Google Maps plan my day and it went surprisingly well

Gemini enhances Google Maps by providing personalized itinerary planning and useful suggestions for exploring new areas.
Mobile UX
fromTNW | Google
3 weeks ago

Google Maps launches Ask Maps

Google Maps introduces Ask Maps, a conversational AI feature, and Immersive Navigation with 3D rendering, representing the app's most significant overhaul since Street View.
Roam Research
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

Your Google Maps just got two huge upgrades - including a totally new driving experience

Google Maps introduces Ask Gemini for conversational AI-powered queries and Immersive Navigation featuring 3D driving views with enhanced visual and voice guidance.
Roam Research
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

Google Maps brings a 3D map to your driving directions

Google Maps introduces Immersive Navigation with 3D rendering powered by Gemini AI, offering enhanced driving directions with natural voice guidance and intelligent route alternatives.
Roam Research
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

Google Maps Makes Its Biggest Navigation Update in Over a Decade - What This Means for Your Next Drive

Google Maps introduces Ask Maps conversational AI and Immersive Navigation with 3D visuals to enhance travel planning and driving experiences.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

8 Best Places to Live Abroad for Young Adults, According to Experts

There is no perfect time to live abroad, and many places are ideal for young adults in 2026.
Mobile UX
fromZDNET
4 days ago

Android's emergency alerts just got a major map upgrade - but change this setting first

Android Wireless Emergency Alerts now feature a map showing affected areas and user locations for better situational awareness.
Apple
fromZDNET
3 days ago

You can use Google Meet with CarPlay now: How to join meetings safely in your car

Google Meet now supports audio-only meetings on Apple CarPlay, enhancing accessibility for users on the road.
#surf
Digital life
fromFast Company
4 days ago

The web can still be wonderful, and Flipboard's Surf proves it

Surf is a new discovery engine that curates content from various platforms, offering a refreshing way to engage with the internet.
Digital life
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Flipboard just launched Surf, its new social app and feed reader

Surf combines features of Bluesky, Mastodon, and RSS into a unique platform for content consumption and social interaction.
Silicon Valley food
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Five questions for the guys who made a compass that points to the Times Square Olive Garden

A compass has been created that points exclusively to the Times Square Olive Garden.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

National app could end parking headaches for drivers

The National Parking Platform initiative aims to simplify parking payments by allowing drivers to use one app for multiple services.
Games
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

AI-Powered Mystery Match Night "Someone in the Crowd" (SF)

An AI-powered matchmaking event focuses on creating real connections through intentional pairings and engaging activities.
Renovation
fromwww.architectsjournal.co.uk
6 days ago

Practices launch architects on your doorstep' mobile AI advertising drive

The Architects on your Doorstep project uses AI to generate home makeover ideas, helping architects engage with the public and drum up business.
fromPhilosophynow
6 days ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
New York City
fromHudson Valley Post
2 days ago

'Game-Changer' App is Must-Have for Hudson Valley Visitors to NYC

The new MTA App simplifies navigation for subway and bus riders in New York City with real-time updates and accessibility features.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Flipboard's new 'social websites' help publishers and creators tap into the open social web | TechCrunch

Flipboard launched social websites, enabling creators to consolidate content and build communities around their work on decentralized platforms.
Dining
fromEater
1 week ago

The Eater App Just Got a Lot Better

The Eater app has been redesigned for a better user experience and is now free to download on iOS.
Wearables
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Nothing's AI devices plan reportedly contains smart glasses and earbuds | TechCrunch

Nothing is set to release smart glasses next year, featuring AI capabilities and a multi-device strategy beyond smartphones.
#apple-maps
Apple
fromComputerworld
1 week ago

Apple: Local business ads are coming to Apple Maps

Businesses can manage their brand presence on Apple Maps and utilize advertising tools starting April.
Apple
fromMacRumors
1 week ago

Apple Lays Groundwork for Ads in Maps With iOS 26.5

Apple is introducing ads in Apple Maps, allowing local businesses to advertise based on user location and search terms.
Apple
fromAutoblog
1 week ago

There's Only One Good Thing About Apple Maps Getting Ads

Apple Maps will introduce sponsored search results on iOS and iPadOS, but not on CarPlay.
Apple
from9to5Mac
1 week ago

Apple Maps is adding a useful new feature for trending places - 9to5Mac

Apple Maps will introduce ads and a Suggested Places feature this summer, enhancing business visibility and user experience.
Apple
fromCar and Driver
1 week ago

Apple Maps Is About to Get Worse by Showing Sponsored Search Results and Ads

Apple Maps will introduce sponsored search results and ads in the 'Suggested Places' feature for businesses in the U.S. and Canada this summer.
Apple
fromComputerworld
1 week ago

Apple: Local business ads are coming to Apple Maps

Businesses can manage their brand presence on Apple Maps and utilize advertising tools starting April.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
6 days ago

The New Frontier Of GEO Demands An Integrated Approach

AI has transformed search optimization, requiring a unified approach across departments to enhance brand visibility and trustworthiness.
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Ask the MTA | Redbirds, cell phone service and Steinway Street construction | amNewYork

The Redbirds trace their origins to 1959, with the debut of the R26, the first of nine closely related subway car types that became synonymous with New York's transit system.
New York City
fromFlowingData
2 weeks ago

Mapping the unmapped Google Maps city

In North Oaks, Minnesota, property lines extend to the middle of the street, which means the entire city is considered private property.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago
Online marketing

The New Rules of Local Visibility in an AI-Driven Search World

AI search prioritizes structured content that answers customer questions, while consistent business listings and recent reviews enhance visibility and trust.
#mta
Mobile UX
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | The all-new MTA app launches today | amNewYork

The new MTA app offers real-time transit information, enhanced accessibility features, and 24/7 customer support for a better rider experience.
New York City
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

The MTA just launched a new app that promises faster, safer commutes. Does it deliver?

The rebuilt MTA app enhances real-time tracking, station navigation, and accessibility for subway and bus riders in New York.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

MTA launches new app, providing subway and bus riders with real-time personalized information | amNewYork

The MTA launched a new mobile app designed for real-time, personalized navigation of the subway and bus network.
Mobile UX
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | The all-new MTA app launches today | amNewYork

The new MTA app offers real-time transit information, enhanced accessibility features, and 24/7 customer support for a better rider experience.
New York City
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

The MTA just launched a new app that promises faster, safer commutes. Does it deliver?

The rebuilt MTA app enhances real-time tracking, station navigation, and accessibility for subway and bus riders in New York.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

MTA launches new app, providing subway and bus riders with real-time personalized information | amNewYork

The MTA launched a new mobile app designed for real-time, personalized navigation of the subway and bus network.
Online Community Development
fromTNW | Apps
1 week ago

A new app wants to cure loneliness by getting people off their phones and into the same room

Friending is a social platform designed to help people make friends through in-person meetings, addressing loneliness as a public health issue.
fromSearch Engine Roundtable
1 week ago

OpenAI ChatGPT Enables Location Sharing For More Localized Near Me Results

Users can now choose to share their device location so ChatGPT can provide more relevant information, such as local recommendations, news, and weather. Sharing your device location is completely optional and off until you choose to enable it.
Roam Research
London food
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

This very useful app shows which London pub gardens are currently in the sunshine

Sunseekr app now displays hour-by-hour sun exposure on individual pub terraces across 25 cities worldwide, helping users find sunny outdoor drinking spots.
Arts
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 weeks ago

New book shows why physical maps have an important role to play in our digital world

A cartography professor discovered 96 historically significant maps in a forgotten university archive, revealing cartography's vital role in preserving sociopolitical memory and demonstrating maps' importance beyond navigation.
Digital life
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Generation LOST! A third of Gen Z use sat nav for every journey

Gen Z drivers heavily rely on sat nav systems, even for familiar routes, highlighting a generational divide in navigation preferences.
#google-maps-redesign
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

The new Google Maps redesign aims to keep your eyes on the road, not your screen

Google Maps launches its biggest update since 2009, introducing 3D turn-by-turn navigation with real-time buildings, crosswalks, and off-ramps replacing the traditional 2D view.
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

The new Google Maps redesign aims to keep your eyes on the road, not your screen

Google Maps launches its biggest update since 2009, introducing 3D turn-by-turn navigation with real-time buildings, crosswalks, and off-ramps replacing the traditional 2D view.
fromwww.cnn.com
3 weeks ago

The restaurant reservation wars show no signs of slowing down

Restaurant owners like Panjwani are caught in the middle of a growing battle of new and established reservation platforms vying for their business. The two dominant players for more than a decade, OpenTable and Resy, are now facing a wave of fresh competition from high-end services and even delivery apps all trying to win lucrative bookings at exclusive establishments.
Dining
fromYcombinator
2 weeks ago

Show HN: Codala, a social network built on scanning barcodes | Hacker News

Codala allows users to scan QR codes or barcodes to access a chat space for discussing and reviewing specific products or places, aiming to enhance user interaction.
Digital life
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Mexico City Built a Chatbot to Help World Cup Tourists Navigate the City

Xoli is a chatbot launched by Mexico City to provide information on services, tourism, and culture, available via WhatsApp in English and Spanish.
#apple-business
fromMobile World Live
1 week ago
Apple

Apple unveils platform allowing advertising on Maps

Apple introduced a unified platform, Apple Business, to enhance device management, operations, and customer engagement, launching on April 14 in over 200 regions.
fromTheregister
1 week ago
Apple

Apple pushes Maps ads in free business bundle

Apple has rebranded its business services into Apple Business, offering it for free while monetizing through advertising.
Apple
fromMobile World Live
1 week ago

Apple unveils platform allowing advertising on Maps

Apple introduced a unified platform, Apple Business, to enhance device management, operations, and customer engagement, launching on April 14 in over 200 regions.
Apple
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Apple pushes Maps ads in free business bundle

Apple has rebranded its business services into Apple Business, offering it for free while monetizing through advertising.
Roam Research
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

'You were the product the whole time': Pokemon Go fans react to quietly being used to help robots deliver pizza

Pokémon Go player images are training robots to navigate cities accurately through a Visual Positioning System developed by Niantic Spatial.
Startup companies
fromYahoo Life
1 month ago

My city was filling up with digital nomads, so I converted my family home into a business

Hana Nguyen built a coworking business in Da Nang, Vietnam after discovering the concept through a foreign friend, starting in a hotel space before launching her own venture in her family home.
Marketing tech
fromThe Independent
3 weeks ago

Google Maps is set for a huge overhaul. What will its two billion users think?

Google Maps undergoes major AI-powered redesign using Gemini technology, introducing Ask Maps for personalized suggestions and Immersive Navigation for 3D driving directions.
Digital life
fromSilicon Canals
3 weeks ago

The generation that memorized phone numbers, gave directions using landmarks, and navigated by instinct built a relationship with the physical world that GPS and contact lists have made impossible to develop - and the thing they lost wasn't convenience, it was a form of spatial intelligence that made them participants in their environment instead of passengers - Silicon Canals

Reliance on digital navigation tools has diminished our spatial memory abilities and mental map-building skills, causing measurable changes in brain structure and cognitive function.
Digital life
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago

How do digital business cards work after you share them? Updates and changes - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Digital business cards enable real-time profile updates that automatically reflect across all shared links, eliminating outdated contact information problems inherent to physical cards.
#apple
Apple
fromGSMArena.com
2 weeks ago

Apple Maps will soon start showing ads, report claims

Apple plans to introduce advertisements in its Maps app to monetize the service, similar to Google Maps.
Apple
fromCNET
1 week ago

Apple Confirms It's Bringing Ads to Maps as Part of New Apple Business Platform

Apple is launching advertising on its Maps platform as part of a new service called Apple Business, starting this summer in the US and Canada.
Apple
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

Apple will reportedly start stuffing ads into the Maps app

Apple plans to introduce ads in the Maps app this summer, potentially boosting its services revenue.
Apple
fromGSMArena.com
2 weeks ago

Apple Maps will soon start showing ads, report claims

Apple plans to introduce advertisements in its Maps app to monetize the service, similar to Google Maps.
Apple
fromCNET
1 week ago

Apple Confirms It's Bringing Ads to Maps as Part of New Apple Business Platform

Apple is launching advertising on its Maps platform as part of a new service called Apple Business, starting this summer in the US and Canada.
Apple
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

Apple will reportedly start stuffing ads into the Maps app

Apple plans to introduce ads in the Maps app this summer, potentially boosting its services revenue.
Tech industry
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

Meta is now targeting mobile users first with Metaverse

Meta has shifted Horizon Worlds to a mobile-first product while separating it from Quest VR, refocusing VR on third-party content and cutting Reality Labs staff.
Gadgets
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

Google wants to integrate Nano Banana into Maps next

Google is integrating its Nano Banana AI image generator into Google Maps to create stylized images based on Street View locations.
#privacy
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Privacy technologies

I replaced Google Maps with a free alternative that doesn't track me (or kill my phone battery)

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Privacy technologies

I ditched Google Maps for a free alternative that doesn't track me (or drain my phone battery)

fromZDNET
1 month ago
Privacy technologies

I replaced Google Maps with a free alternative that doesn't track me (or kill my phone battery)

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Privacy technologies

I ditched Google Maps for a free alternative that doesn't track me (or drain my phone battery)

Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Buckle up: Partiful is the new Tinder

Partiful added a "Crush" RSVP feature letting users anonymously indicate interest in mutual event attendees, enabling matches and in-app messaging with a monthly limit of ten crushes.
fromZDNET
1 month ago

41 hidden Google Maps settings and features every power user should know

After writing about Google Maps for nearly 15 years, I've learned firsthand that it's packed with hidden settings, menus, and toggles. Many help you fine-tune the app to your liking, while others unlock new features you probably didn't know existed.
Roam Research
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I always find the best local recommendations when I travel solo. My strategy involves dating apps and clever prompts.

Use dating-app matches as local insiders to crowdsource personalized recommendations before solo trips.
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Hot New App Makes Single People Check in Constantly in Case They Die Alone

Available for a one-time payment of the equivalent of $1.15 in US dollars, the app - with the evocative name of "Are You Dead?" - is basically a large countdown timer that you have to reset regularly, and which alerts an emergency contact if you let the time run out. As the BBC reports, the app's counter is set to two days by default. After downloading, a user simply has to open the app and tap a large button to reset it.
World news
#snapchat
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Tech industry

Snapchat now lets you inform others when you have arrived at your destination | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Tech industry

Snapchat now lets you inform others when you have arrived at your destination | TechCrunch

Privacy technologies
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

Love in the Time of Location Sharing

Location sharing has grown from a dating-safety tool to a normalized interpersonal practice signaling trust, coordination, and intimacy among young adults.
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