We are currently in the midst of the technological era, where the online world strives and holds a strong impact on society, and the July 2018 social media trends continue to accelerate us deeper into a digitally-immersed world. Social media broadens itself massively over the years and can be surfed across a plethora of platforms. Its ability to merge the online and offline realities give it the power to bridge a space and time bias, making communication faster and easier with few barriers.
Social media can be accessed through essentially any device that can connect to the Internet. Some apps this month include 'YouClap,' which challenging users with dares within public or private groups. This bridges the space between all existing users, bringing them together on a platform to share an entertaining and fun experience. Another technological app is 'Heartbeat,' which is a way for users to earn money by posting content on their socials. This is a way for companies and individuals to benefit financially through online exposure.
Top 45 Social Media Trends in July
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Paid Influencer Apps
Heartbeat Helps Users Get Paid to Post on Instagram
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Interactive Breakfast-Themed Pop-Ups
The Hall of Breakfast Has Opened in Salt Lake City
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Collaborative Subscription Boxes
FabFitFun and Pinterest Teamed Up for a Limited-Edition Box
42
Candy-Branded Escape Rooms
Snickers' Hunger Bunker Tasks Guests with Selecting a New Flavor
41
Digital Influencer Fashion Collaborations
Lil Miquela Showcases an Exclusive T-Shirt by Barneys
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Immersive Storytelling Activations
Instagram's Storyscape Shared Eight Hours of Footage
39
Social Media-Friendly Offices
The Instagram Office by Gehry Partners is Exceptionally Whimsical
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Social Media Business Magazines
'Grow by Facebook' is a New Magazine That is Printed Quarterly
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Cryptocurrency Social Media Sites
'Belacam' Enables Users to Earn Money for Liked Photos
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Photo-Friendly Dining Tables
Boston Chops' 'Instagram Table' Guarantees Good Food Pictures
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Crowdsourced Establishment Advice Apps
'Bigbee' Offers Firsthand Information on Bars and More
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Long-Form Video Platforms
Instagram Launched IGTV for Creators as a Mobile Video Network
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VR TV Streaming Services
The Oculus TV VR Service Immerses Viewers in Their Favorite Content
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Entertaining Craft Beer Podcasts
Drinking Partners Produce Comedic Discussions & Boast Live Events
31
Beer-Tweeting Soccer Campaigns
Norrlands Guld Honors FIFA with a Playful Social Marketing Stunt
30
Traveler-Connecting Selfie Campaigns
Absolut & JCDecaux Singapore Launch an Interactive Initiative
29
Social Blockchain Campaigns
Bacardi Blockparty Used Blockchain to Send Out Event Invitations
28
Friendly Meet-Up Apps
The Around App Makes It Easy to Meet New People
27
Blended Avocado Frappuccino
Starbucks South Korea Launches a Tasty and Refreshing Avocado Drink
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Social Investment-Sharing Platforms
'MoneyGoat' Helps Users Share Tips and Info for Easy Investing
25
In-App Pop-Up Shops
The 'Baoshop' WeChat Mini Program Supports Seamless Shopping
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Meme Recommendation Apps
'imwith messenger' Helps with Finding the Best Humor
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Daring Challenge Apps
'YouClap' is a Social Media App for Posting Challenges and Dares
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Social Survey Platforms
Questionsly Combines Polling with Social Media
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Funny Video Background Generators
The Placr App Lets Users Add Backgrounds to Selfie Videos
20
Musician Meet-Up Apps
'Bandr' Connnects Local Musicians to One Another
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Photo-Based Discovery Apps
The Oatmeal App Uses Pinboard-Style Aesthetics to Help Users Eat
18
Collaborative Influencer Fashion
/Nyden Created Gen Z-Targeted Styles with Dua Lipa & Justine Skye
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Multimedia-Rich Networking Apps
'Switchit' Lets Professionals Create Interactive Digital Profiles
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Curated Creative Communities
'The H Hub' is a New Platform Connecting Creators to Clients
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Itinerary-Sharing Travel Apps
'TripPost' Lets Travelers Create Trips and Budget Accordingly
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Attuned Social Listening Platforms
'Awario' Helps Businesses Join Online Conversations
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Live Lip-Sync Features
Facebook's Lip Sync Live Feature Lets Users Become Rockstars
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Official Basketball Holidays
Go Hoop Day aims to be basketball's first global holiday
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Ephemeral App Tickets
SeatGeek Now Sells Event Tickets Directly from Snapchat
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Pin-Dropping Social Apps
The Crumbler App Connects People in the Same Area
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Millennial Insurance Game Shows
"Are You Ready to Be 30" Quizzes Young Adults on Responsibility
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Automatic Audio Postings
'Twodio' Lets Users Tweet Out Sound Clips
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Lost Pet Finders
'Find Shadow' is a Community for Finding Lost Dogs
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Curated Social Media Algorithms
Twitter's New Algorithm Delivers a Personalized User Experience
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AI Hashtag Suggestions
Later's Hashtag Suggestions Help Users' Posts Gain More Traction
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Peer-to-Peer Music Libraries
'Thematic' Lets Creators Use Great Music for Free
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Stripped-Down Photo Apps
Instagram Lite Cuts Down Storage Size and Decreases Data Usage
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Responsive Animated Camera Apps
The Panda App Automatically Uses Filters Based on Conversation
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Nostalgic Social Media Features
Facebook Memories Highlights Posts from the Past
Related Ideas
Gen Z IRL Campaigns
Hinge's Phonebook Encourages Gen Z to Connect IRL for Global Day of Unplugging
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Dedicated Social Media Devices
The Conceptual Twitter 3D Gadget Features Mechanical Buttons
AI-Driven News Apps
The Particle News App is the Latest to Enter the Digital Space
Algorithm-Free Social Media Apps
'RTRO' Connects Users in a More Positive Online Environment
Anti-Filter Beauty Campaigns
Dove is Inviting Social Media Users to Fight Digital Distortion
AI Social Media Managers
Friz is an All-in-One Tool for DTC Brands on Social
Sticker-Creating Social Tools
Instagram Releases a New Sticker Creation Feature for Creators
Social Media News Updates
Meta's Threads Update Features a 'Trending Now' Feed for Relevant News
AI-Powered Beauty Filters
The TikTok Bold Glamour Beauty Filter Uses Machine-Learning
AI Avatar Dating Apps
The Snack App Allow Users to Turn Themselves into an AI Version
Gen Z Mental Health Apps
Chill Pill is a Social Media App Centered Around Mental Health
Lifestyle Activity Tracking Apps
The 'Timeline It' App Tracks Virtually Any Activity or Event
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
Daily Motivation Apps
'Motivation' is an Empowering App Helping People Make the Most of Their Days
Decentralized Social Media Platforms
Meta Launched Threads, a Decentralized Alternative to Twitter
Gen Z-Centered Health Apps
RTRO Lauches with ChatGPT with a Focus on Mental Health
AI-Aided Social Networks
Why Be Real Online when you can BeFake
Gen Alpha Social Media Apps
'SendIt' is Designed for Youth to Socialize through Games and Chatting
Social Commerce Apps
GIST is an App-Based Social Platform for Sharing Purchases with Friends
Standalone Friend-Finding Apps
Bumble for Friends (BFF) is Being Tested in Select Markets
Digital Wellness Inniaitives
Pinterest Focuses on the Digital Well-being of Gen Z
Travel-Focused Marketing Guides
TikTok Debuts a Playbook for Travel Marketers to Foster Engagement
AI Advertisement Additions
Meta Introduces a New Suite of AI-Powered Advertising Tools
Motivating Journaling Apps
MindUp Encourages Users to Maintain a Daily Mindfulness Habit
Running Partner Messaging Apps
Find Your Next Running Partner Through Strava Messaging
IRL Dating Apps
The Blush App Aims to Enhance the Dating Experience with Real-World Connections
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Social Professional Productivity Apps
The 'LikeMind' App Connects Users to Other Hustlers
Social Commerce Platforms
21 Buttons is a Social Fashion Shopping Network
Shoppable Hybrid Apps
Lemon8 is a New Social Media App Combining Aspects of Instagram & Pinterest
One-Way Chat Feature Updates
WhatsApp Launches its New Channels Feature Social Update
Technology News Summaries
TechTok Helps Readers Stay On Top of News in Five Minutes
Life-Logging Digital Journals
The Apple Journal Life Tracker Was Unveiled at WWDC 2023
Hyper-Personalized Wellness Apps
28 Seeks to Empower Women on Their Wellness Journey
Psychology-Based Habit Apps
The 'Doabl' App Helps Users Overcome Mental Barriers
Image-Based Alternative Social Medias
'Noteit' is a Snapchat-Inspired App for Gen Alpha Users
Gamified Youth-Focused News Apps
RocaNews Uses Challenges and Quests to Encourage Staying Informed
Social Media Political-Content Limitations
Meta is Reducing Political Content Recommendations
In-App Recommendation Features
Bumble Boasts the 'Recommend to a Friend' Feature
Young Professional Community Apps
Yuppie Helps Gen Z and Millennials Connect with One Another
Social Marketplace Updates
Instagram Launches a Marketplace to Better Connect Brands and Creators
Swipable Curated Ad Inspiration
Swipify Lets Users Swipe Through the Latest Ad Campaigns
Interactive AR Experiences
The Sendit App Engaged Gen Alpha on Valentine's Day
Date Planning Apps
DUO Helps Couples Enjoy Exciting Relationship Experiences with Their Partner
TikTok-Inspired Music Features
Spotify Showcased a Redesigned Homepage for its Mobile App
Meme-Like Social Platforms
Social Platform Spill Launches its Beta with a ‘Meme-Forward’ Aesthetic
Private App-Based Journals
Apple Launches a New Journal App for iPhone Users to Positively Reflect
Professional Short-Form Video Feeds
LinkedIn is Testing a TikTok-Like System on its Platform
Thought-Provoking Social Apps
Quiver is a Social Media App for Thinkers Seeking Connection
Influencer Search Apps
Mavn Connects Influencers with Their Favorite Brands for Paid Opportunities
Inspiring Productivity Apps
Every Day Matters with Timeline - 17 and Its Unique Features
Social Dating App Features
Tinder Now Supports Collaborative Matchmaking with Friends and Family
Online Privacy Applications
Jumbo Launched the Fourth Version of its Digital Security App
Loneliness-Combating Social Campaigns
Hinge Launches the New One More Hour Campaign and Fund
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
Mental Health Dating Features
Bumble Introduces New Features for Mental Health Awareness Month
Short-Form Foodie Feeds
Uber Eats is Testing Out a New Vertical Feed Like TikTok and Instagram
AI-Powered Socialization Apps
The 'BU' App Takes an AI-Driven Approach to Event Planning
Engaging Political Update Apps
The 'GovSide' App Encourages Citizens to Get Involved
Thought-Provoking Social Apps
Skaldic is an App for Curious Minds
Authenticated Product Review Apps
This App Matchers Shoppers With Brands Looking For Reviews
Kindness-Focused Social Media
Kyndr is a Community-Based Social Media Platform
All-in-One Productivity Apps
Evo Brands Itself as 'The Everything App'
Film Industry Networking Apps
The 'BeScene' App Takes a Swiping Approach to Networking
Cutting-Edge Mental Health Apps
Gen Z Can Find Trusted Mental Health Information with Diall
Retro Social App Devices
Edwar Banquet Designs the Retro Instagram Gadget with a Console Shape
Cycle-Syncing Wellness Apps
28 Provides Insights & Guidance for the Four Menstrual Phases
Social Media AI Chatbots
Instagram Plans to Incorporate its Own AI Chatbots in the App
Comprehensive Fitness Apps
Elevate Your Cozy Cardio with Strava: Beyond Fitness Tracking
Family Organization Apps
Rejoy Merges Calendars, Lists, meal Planners, and More in One Place
Social Media Forecasting Tools
WGSN TikTok Analytics Harness Data, Insights and More
Social Reading Apps
Fable is a Social App for Readers That Goes Beyond Book Clubs
AI-Powered News Summary Apps
The 'Concise AI' News App Provides Summaries of Pertinent Topics
Private Social Photo Apps
The 'Retro' App Focuses on Mindful Sharing with Select Others
AI-Fuelled Mobile Design Apps
Adobe Launches its Express Mobile App for Design On-the-Go
Celebrity Social Feeds
BeReal Introduces the Celeb-Exclusive 'RealPeople' Feed on its App
Nostalgic Music Discovery Apps
The 'Rewind' App Helps Gen Z Delve Into the Music Of Past Decades
Hidden Social App Mini-Games
Instagram Entices Users with Hidden Games in Their DMs
Parental Social App Controls
Meta Debuts a Series of New Features Across its Social Media Apps
Authentic Ambassador Campaigns
BeReal is Looking for "The Realest Person on Earth"
Decentralized Social Apps
Meta is Developing a Decentralized Text-Based App Codenamed "P92"
Digital Social Sharing Spaces
The Shilo App Invites Users to Share and Curate What They Love
Interconnected Messaging Ecosystems
Whatsapp to Introduce Support for Messages Third-Party Apps
Passion-Sharing List Platforms
MyLikes Helps Users Share What They Enjoy with Curated Lists
Emotional Awareness Apps
Crown Institute Debuts an Emotional Learning App Inspired by Inside Out
Community-Driven Collector Apps
Connectible is a First-of-Its-Kind Social Media App for Collectors
Mobile Streaming App Stories
Twitch is Rolling Out a Daily 'Story' Feature on its Mobile App
Crowdsourced Outfit-Picking Apps
Choiced Let's Users Crowdsource Their Outfit Options
Curated Flight Deal Apps
The Going App Offers Expert and Personalized Travel Deals
Video-Enabled Dating Apps
The 'Candid' Dating App Lets Users Show Their Personality with Video
iOS-Influenced Travel Apps
Uber’s Redesigned App Uses the Latest iPhone Features on iOS 16
Photo-Organizing Apps
Journeys Simplifies the Process of Organizing One's Photos
Social Media-Limiting Apps
Elqi Intervenes with Meditation to Limit Social Media Time
Social App Feature Updates
Instagram is Moving the Status Update Notes to Profiles
Delightful Recurring Payment Apps
The 'm0nthly' App Offers Mindful Money Management
Authenticated News Apps
Digital Trust Network 'Click' Challenges the Threat of Misinformation
Comforting Mental Health Apps
Lunai Allows Users to Share Their Thoughts in Private
Social Digital Nomad Apps
The 'Citizen Remote' App Supports Remote Workers and More
Modern Digitized Bookshelves
September is a Digital Bookshelf Where You Can Display Achievements
Pro-Community Social Media Apps
Take Creates Real Life Interactions Through a Social Network
SaaS Influencer Marketing Tools
Beeing Social Launches 'Buzz Bee Buzz' for Influencer Marketing
Localized Networking Platforms
Presence Connects Users with Like-Minded Individuals Nearby
Outdoor Activity Challenges
L.L.Bean is Inviting People Outside for Mental Health Awareness Month
Secondary Social Media Features
Instagram is Rolling out the Flipside Feature On User Profiles
Conversation-Starting Prompt Decks
Mingler Has Engaging Conversation Starters for Every Topic
Distraction-Free Dating Guides
Hinge Debuted a New Guide to Minimize Distractions While Dating
Smart Life-Planning Apps
Last Plannr is More Than a Traditional To-Do List
Public Holiday Work Apps
The Public Holidays Slack App Keeps Employees Connected
Social Telegrammed Messaging Features
Instagram's Broadcast Channels Will Soon Launch Globally
Music-Focused Social Media
Musicboard is a Place for Music Lovers to Unite
Curated Newsreading Apps
The 'Samsung News' App Offers Access to Diverse News Media Sources
City Exploration Apps
Concrete is a Social Exploration App Inviting Users to Discover Their City
Media Release Monitoring Apps
The 'Upcoming' App Helps Users Track Favorite Media and Explore
Niche Interest Social Networks
Spiral Social Was Inspired by Wikipedia Topics
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Small Group Habit Tracking
Squad Habits Lets Users Join Groups to Stick to Goals
Influencer-Focused Ad Platforms
Pearpop Helps Brands Find Creators to Sponsor in an Easier Way
Social Sticker-Making Features
WhatsApp Launches a New In-App Custom Sticker Maker
Year-Long Professional Content Calendars
Content Squeezy Provides Social media Ideas
Interactive Challenge Platforms
Join and Witness Online Challenges in One Place, at Tigbar
Social Media-Connected Links
Instagram Expands its Amount of Links on User Profiles
Invitational Social App Expansions
The Bluesky App is Only Available by Invitation
Employee Engagement Tools
Triibe Offers Interactive Newsfeed, Polls, Surveys, and More
Connection-Building Prompt Apps
Quiver's Daily Questions Will Connect You to Friends and Strangers
Versatile Marketing Toolkits
Looper Insights Releases a Digital Marketing Insights Tool
Daily-Prompting Social Journals
Journal. Invites Users to Share Their Thoughts and Feelings
Location-Based Photo Sharing
Harbor Creates Personalized Picture Albums Through location Sharing
Social Platform Song Detection
Shazam is Broadening its Services to Identify Songs on Other Apps
Online Poker Engagement Features
Stretch Network Confirms the Launch of Three New Features
Creative Collaboration Clubs
Dazed Has Launched a New Social Media App Called Dazed Club
Digital Commercial Payment Apps
Mastercard Unveils the Mobile Virtual Card App for Businesses
Visualized Screen Time Apps
The 'Cyte' App Helps Users Search Their Digital History with Ease
Personalized Lifelong Digital Journals
Now and When is a Digital Journal That Moves Through Life
Community Social Apps
Beezle Social Keeps Users Informed Connected with Their Neighbors
Broadcast-Like Social Channels
Meta is Launching New Broadcast Channels to Instagram and More
Presidential Note Campaigns
Joe Biden Launches a New Boomer-Focused Campaign Using the Notes App
Novelty Polling Websites
Funnypoll Gives Users a Quick Laugh in an Often Overwhelming Online Space
Connective Altruistic Apps
Heart 2 Help Uses Tech Can to Foster Positive Relationships
Personalized Content Discovery Tools
Bread Allows Users To Discover Social Content and Save it