The top July 2021 mobile ideas range from portable video games to audio-focused online communities and enhanced features for connecting with mobile content.
Breweries, fashion labels and fast-casual restaurants are releasing their own mobile games to engage their communities and show off styles that range from nostalgic and retro to future-thinking with augmented reality. Many of these games are focused around rewards programs and offering incentives for playing, or simply supporting meaningful causes.
Audio-only communities are growing in popularity thanks to apps like Clubhouse but there are now even more places for people to lead and join casual conversations via their mobile devices. Some of the newest examples of these apps include Dabel and Spotify Greenroom, a place for chatting all things music, sports and culture.
Top 45 Mobile Trends in July
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Peel-and-Stick Smartphone Wallets
The eLusefor Liam Phone Wallet Holds Cards, Cash and More
44
Magnetized Dual-Device Power Banks
The Zens Magnetic Dual Powerbank Boasts Two Charging Coils
43
Smartphone-Connected Photography Lights
The Anker iPhone LED Flash Works for Photos and Videos
42
Recipe-Based Food Shopping Apps
The 'Plate Up' App Lets Users Pick Recipes and Buy Ingredients
41
Heat-Dissipating Wireless Chargers
The Benks W07 Cooling Wireless Charger is Dual-Purpose
40
Magnetic Smartphone Case Accessories
The Bellroy Mod Case Works with MagSafe on iPhone 12 Devices
39
Single-Day Dating Apps
The Thursday Dating App Can Only Be Used on Thursdays
38
POS Solution Boxes
Visa's Tap to Phone Turns Phones Into POS Devices
37
Rugged Laser-Equipped Phones
The DOOGEE S97 Pro Boasts a Large Battery and Laser Rangefinder
36
Hassle-Free Travel Planning Apps
The 'Travi' Travel App Makes it Easier to Plan an Escape
35
Grip Assistance Smartphone Cases
The Incipio Sustainable Grip Case is Made with Recycled Plastic
34
Blazing-Fast Charging Smartphones
The Infinix Concept Phone 2021 Charges in Just 10-Minutes
33
Lo-Fi Restaurant Video Games
Chipotle is Launching Rewards Exchange with a Tesla Model 3 Giveaway
32
Blazing-Fast Technology Chargers
Xiaomi HyperCharge Powers Smartphones to 100% in 8-Minutes
31
Enriched Short-Form Videos
TikTok Jump Lets Creators Link to Mini-Programs & Services in Videos
30
Soothing Digital Support Apps
The 'Bravely' Mental Well-Being App Prevents Doomscrolling
29
NFT-Integrated Art Apps
The Sketchar App Allows Users to Sell Their Artwork as NFTs from the App
28
Focus-Enhancing Smartphone Apps
The 'Rocket' App Prevents Distractions By Helping a User Focus
27
Digitized Government IDs
iOS 15 will Offer the Option to Keep a Digital ID in the Apple Wallet
26
Pride Runway Games
Kenneth Cole & Zynga Created the High Heels Game for Pride Month
25
Celebrity-Inspired Candy Filters
Kinder Bueno Created the buenobot for National Selfie Day
24
Proprietary Smartphone Operating Systems
Huawei's HarmonyOS for Smartphones Has Interoperability
23
Audio-Only Social Networks
The 'Dabel' Social Audio App Lets Anyone Start a Conversation
22
Active Learning Apps
The Brilliant App Helps to Sharpen New Skills and Develop the Mind
21
12-Hour Pride Livestreams
The TikTok Pride Finale Shares Hours of Live Programming
20
Camera-Branded Smartphones
The Leica Leitz Phone 1 Boasts an Impressive Camera System
19
Retail Employee-Focused Apps
Walmart Launches Its Me@Walmart App and Gives Devices to Employees
18
AI Wingman Apps
Copyhat Uses Artificial Intelligence to Create Dating App Openers
17
Collaborative Healthy Habit Apps
The 'KidHab' App Helps Kids Form Healthy Habits
16
Privacy Protection Habit Trackers
The 'Flat Habits' App is Mindful of the User's Data
15
Incentivized Brushing Apps
quip's Smart Brush + Rewards App Shares Perks for Good Oral Health
14
Digital Vaccination Retail Initiatives
Walmart is Offering Digital COVID-19 Vaccine Records
13
Privacy-Protecting Search Engines
Brave Search is a Privacy-Protected Alternative to Google
12
Carbon-Reducing Apps
The Sense App Helps Homeowners Reduce Their Home's Carbon Footprint
11
Co-Watching Smartphone Features
Apple SharePlay Lets Users Enjoy Content Together Over FaceTime
10
Intuitive Freelancer Finance Apps
The 'Lance' Freelancer Banking App Automatically Allocates Funds
9
Subscription-Based Social Media Features
Twitter Blue Adds a Ton of Handy Features for Subcsribers
8
Contact-Blocking Dating App Features
Tinder Has Introduced Phone Number Blocking for More Privacy
7
AI-Powered Memory Apps
memoryOS Teaches Proven Memorization Skills & Rewires the Brain
6
Live Audio Community Apps
Spotify Greenroom is a Place to Chat About Music, Sports and Culture
5
Brewery-Created Mobile Games
The Climb is the First Video Game from the Great Notion Brewery
4
Mythical AR Attractions
Legoland Windsor Resort Shares AR Activation Points
3
Secondary Display Smartphone Concepts
This iPhone 14 Concept Has an L-Shaped Display on the Rear
2
Free Item Community Marketplaces
Nextdoor Free Finds Offers Neighbors a Way to Give Away Goods
1
Robust Ruggedly Rated Smartphones
The Motorola Defy Smartphone Has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 662
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Personal Shopping Apps
Aritzia's New App Delivers Boutique Shopping to Your Smartphone
Group-Centric Social Media Platforms
Chatter Social Has Unveiled Its Version 2 Platform
Social Media-Inspired Retail Apps
Depop Outfits Lets Users Create Moodboards and Collages
AI Beauty Shopping Apps
Amorepacific Introduces a ChatGPT-Based Shopping App
AI-Powered Voiceover Apps
The ElevenLabs App Enables Voiceovers from Anywhere
Authentic Connection Campaigns
Heineken's Hijack Socialization Encourages Out-of-Home Gatherings
In-Game Communication Tools
Discord's Social SDK Can Now Be Used Commercially for Games
AI-Driven Game Engines
Unity Announced a Natural Language Game-Building Tool for Developers
Social Video Chat Apps
Vone Enables Instant Random Video Chat With Global Real People
Music-Inspired Audiobook Campaigns
Spotify Launches its Bold 'Read Like You Listen' for the Summer
Social AI Video Lenses
Snapchat Brings Photo-To-Video AI to Lens Studio
AI Writing Dictation Apps
Google AI Edge Eloquent Turns Speech into Polished Text
Minimalist Co-Branded Mobile Devices
Heineken and Bodega Introduced the Boring Phone
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Gen-Z-Targeted Language Platform Campaigns
Duolingo Introduces its Character-Driven 'Duolingo Ads'
Cross-Platform Aggregator Apps
Flipboard Surf Aggregates Social Media, And More For Browsing
AI Beauty Apps
Refresh App Combines Hair, Makeup and Styling in One AI Platform
AI Text-to-Music Tools
Eleven Music Generates Studio-Grade Tracks Safe for Commercial Use
In-Person Connection Apps
Court is an Empowering New Social App Without Messaging or Swiping
AI Shopping Integrations
Sephora’s ChatGPT App Enables AI-Powered Product Discovery
Social Mobile Phone Plans
Heineken's HeiMobile Offers Rewarding Real-World Experiences
Feedless Social Platforms
Bond Eliminates Feeds to Focus on Real-Life Experiences
Gamified Walking Experiences
Walkable Turns Everyday Walks Into Interactive Adventures
Enhanced Mobile Gaming Platforms
Samsung Showcased its New Gaming Hub at CES 2026
Digital Wellness Platforms
Vibe Lives App Supports Mental Health With Frequencies And Community
Multi-App AI Assistants
OpenAI’s ChatGPT Integrations Orchestrate Tasks Across Everyday Apps
In-Person-Only Social Apps
Friendster relaunch limits connections to people met in real life
Dating App Running Clubs
The Tinder Solemates Challenge Sparks Connections in the Strava Community
Mobile-First Athlete Training Platforms
Ember Sports' Tech Trains Baseball & Softball Players
Digital Well-Being Updates
Tiktok Adds Mindfulness Tools and User Controls Over Ai Content
AI-Powered Cafe Menu Apps
This Starbucks ChatGPT App Helps with Drink Discovery
Consumer Insight Engines
Buzzabout Delivers Real-Time Insights From Billions of Conversations
AI-Enabled Next-Generation Audio Products
Bragi Embarks on a Collaboration with OpenAI
AI-Assisted Jewelry Design Apps
BLNG Quickly Turns Ideas and Sketches into 3D Jewelry Renderings
Personal Listening Experiences
Spotify Showcases its Consumer-First Approach at Elevate Festival
AI-Enabled Photo App Updates
Google Photos Brings Artificial Intelligence to the Application
Influencer-Focused App Development Platforms
Wavemaker Debuts a Mobile App Development Platform
Conversational Rental Finders
The RentCafe App in ChatGPT Helps with Finding a New Apartment
AI-Powered Beauty Discovery Platforms
MyLondonBeauty Debuts Mobile Applications & an AI Assistant
Interactive Tattoo Apps
InkStory Turns Tattoos Into Interactive Memories With Audio Integration
Mom-Focused Mobile Game Events
Avia Debuts a First-Of-Its-Kind Mom's Week in Solitaire Clash
Personalized Home Shopping Platforms
MAiN Creates a 3D Model from a Single Image Using AI
AI App Builders
Kiki.dev Uses AI To Instantly Turn Ideas Into Mobile Applications
Lightweight Restaurant Apps
Curate Boosts Restaurant Loyalty with No-Download Apple App Clips
Gaming Trivia Apps
Retro Game Trivia Offers Daily Retro Gaming Quizzes And Fun Facts
AI-Assisted Dating Platforms
The Overtone App Uses AI and Voice Tools to Help People Connect
Communal Social Video Features
Instagram Blend Create Communal Reel Playlists with Friends
Music Discovery Platforms
Tune Tracker Helps Users Discover Music And Explore Playlists
Short-Form Video Previews
Vertical Feeds Help Members Discover Content on Netflix
Social Remixing Music Features
GRAI Introduced Its Music With Friends Remixing App
Multi-Format Reading Platforms
Spotify Connects Audiobooks with Physical Book Purchases
Video-First Food Ordering Experiences
CookUnity Acquired flavrs to Enhance Its Meal Service
In-Store Audio Channels
Custom Channels Unveils Unified In-Store Engagement Platform
Music Insight Overlays
Music AI Bubble Adds Real-Time Song Insights Across Music Apps
Audio Experience-Integrated Beverage Packaging
TapTunes, Inc. Has Introduced Virtual Wax
Personal Concert Archive Apps
Indie Developer Hidde van der Ploeg Launches His Gigs App on IOS
Incentive-Based Athletic Challenges
Gains App Blends Sport, Social & Monetary Incentives
Tech-Enhanced Content Platforms
Perfect Corp's YouCam App Suite Taps AI, AR & Agentic Innovation
Music Sharing Games
What Song Lets Friends Share Songs And Stories Together Instantly
Interactive Party Games
Scano Games Lets Friends Play Real-Time Multiplayer Games On Their Phones
AI Learning Podcasts
Tales.so Turns Business Books Into Engaging Conversational Podcasts
Wacky Design Smartphones
Nothing, Motorola, and Others Embrace Playful Phone Experimentation
On-Demand Content Creation Apps
Social Agent Connects Users to Certified Content Creators
Car Race-Focused Mobile Apps
IBM and Scuderia Ferrari HP Upgrade the Experience for Formula 1 Fans
Branded App Takeovers
TikTok Introduces Logo Takeover Ads That Dominate the App’s Opening Screen
Hybrid Bookstore Apps
Spotify Merged Physical and Digital Book Browsing in One App
AI-Powered Reality TV Expereinces
Your Bravoverse Turns Andy Cohen into a Guide for Bravo Fans
AI-Powered Custom Timelines
X Introduced Its Grok-Powered Custom Timelines Platform
Device-Optimized App Experiences
Spotify Launches a Redesigned Tablet UI
Vibe-Coded Entertainment Apps
The Gizmo App Cycles Through Vibe-Coded Mini Apps
AI Mood Board Apps
Google's Mixboard Turns Ideas into Polished Presentations
Personalized Wine Retail Apps
Virgin Wines Launches Its Virgin Wines Mobile App
Community-Centered Rooftop Events
Heineken's Rooftop Revival Turned Building Tops into Social Hubs
AI-Assisted Messaging
WhatsApp Introduces AI Writing Help and Photo Editing Features
AI-Enabled Mapping App Features
Google Maps Tips are Powered by Google Gemini
Focused Fashion Feeds
Clone Helps You Stay Updated with Fashion Trends Sustainably
Real-World Connection Apps
DayOne IRL Dating App Focuses on In-Person Interaction Over Texting
Emotional Wellness Platforms
Jammy.chat Combines Music & Support For Personalized Mental Wellbeing
Social Networking Hubs
Internet Social Café Lets Users Explore Cafés and Build Online Connections
AI-Powered Try-On Shopping Features
The 'Doppl' App Now Features a Discovery Feed
Social Food Delivery Apps
The 'Zesty' App from DoorDash Helps Users Find New Restaurants
Interactive Story Platforms
Storytelling App Offers AI-Powered Stories To Engage And Support Kids
Predictive Mobile Advertising Features
T-Mobile Advertising Solutions Unveiled Contextual AI Ads
AI Assistant Apps
Qwen Chat App Offers AI Assistance For Writing, Search, And Image Gen
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
Gamified Travel Companions
Make Travel an Adventure With the CountryQuest Gamified Travel App
Niche Club Apps
Phictly Connects Fans of Books, Movies & Shows in Small, Engaged Groups
Monetizable Fan Messaging Apps
The Convenience-Focused Alua Platform Caters to Content Creators
Food-Focused Social Platforms
Flavorist Expands Flavorist Food App Access to the General Public
Insightful Short-Form Talk Apps
TED Shorts Allow for Short, Snappy Snippets of Popular Talks
Spatial Bubble Games
Bubbles Everywhere Offers Immersive Bubble Popping on Apple Vision Pro
Conversational Streaming Apps
Tubi Launches a ChatGPT App for Easier Content Discovery
Pregnancy Support Apps
Aware.ai Pregnancy App Connects Moms With AI Driven Support Communities
AI-Guided Relationship Apps
Caveman to Casanova Uses AI Companion to Improve Couples Engagement
AI Video Creators
Hailuo Video App Enables Mobile AI Video Creation With Director Control
Interactive Streaming Ads
Spotify Turns Listening into Engagement with Carousel Ads
Chat-Based Payment Features
WhatsApp Enables Mobile Recharges Directly Within Messaging Chats
AI Travel Itineraries
WalkSmart Creates Personalized Audio Walking Tours with Google Maps
Custom AI Social Feeds
Bluesky’s Attie Lets Users Build Feeds with AI
Social Media-Inspired Streaming Apps
The Netflix App Feed Will Introduce a TikTok-Like Style
Real-Time Sharing Apps
MomentsHub Lets You Discover And Share Nearby Experiences Instantly
Expressive App Icons
The Instagram Teen Icons Deliver Vibrant Customization for Younger Users
Content Creation Platforms
Podcastle Offers Simple, Collaborative Audio And Video Content Creation
Emoji Word Games
Quiz Blitz Turns Emoji Clues Into Addictive Word Challenges
AI Discovery Platforms
AI Apps Helps You Find The Most Suitable AI For Your Needs
AI Dating Assistants
Lure AI Provides AI-Powered Guidance For Profiles, Chats, And Confidence
AI Social Connectors
Blurbs Provides AI-Moderated Group Chats To Foster Genuine Connections
AI-Driven Platform Updates
Yelp Spring Product Release 2026 Introduces the Yelp Assistant
Conversational AI Advertising
Snapchat Introduces AI-Powered Chat-Based Brand Interactions
AI-Powered Superapps
Grab Introduces AI Features That Simplify Decisions and Automate Daily Tasks
Offline AI Podcasts
Botcast Generates AI Podcasts Locally on iPhone and iPad
Travel-Focused Audio Guide Apps
Vacayit Offers an Extensive Catalogue of Audio Guides
Music Mashups Apps
MashApp Music Lets Users Create And Share Custom Song Mashups Easily
Audio Learning Platforms
Podial Turns Documents Into 5-Minute Educational Podcast Talks
Mobile App Studios
Developer On Wheels Builds Family And Travel Apps From A Campervan Office
AI Music Platforms
Musify Offers Personalized Playlists And Intelligent Music Recommendations
Paired-Down Social Media Platforms
Month Friend Boasts a New Experience in the Hyper-Digital World
Integrated Streaming Access Updates
Spotify and EA SPORTS Team Up to Power In-Game Audio Streaming
Top App Showcases
Discover, Explore, and Vote for the Year’s Top Compose Applications
Mobile Revenue Management Apps
Ambition Launches a Mobile App For Real-Time Sales Coaching
Interactive Growth Tools
AppStorys Integrates Interactive Growth Tools Into Apps Or Websites
App Ideation Platforms
AppIdeaHub Helps You Discover and Validate Profitable App Ideas
Private Sharing Apps
Waffle Helps Friends Share Daily Moments And Stay Connected Authentically
Developer Portfolio Hubs
App Showcase Lets You Share Mobile Apps, Stats, and Revenue Publicly
Casual Game Discovery Apps
PizzaSlice Helps Users Find Relaxing, Chill Indie Games Easily
Smart Content Aggregators
Smashing’s Personalized Article Discovery App Helps Users Stay Informed
Puzzle Game Apps
Ahhhh Weekly Crosswords Delivers Social Puzzle Games With Leaderboards
Smart Audio Assistants
PodiBud Enhances Podcast Discovery With AI and Personalized Playlists
Mood-Driven Discovery Platforms
Jammy Chat Aligns Content and Music with a User's Emotional State
Group Challenge Apps
Challenge Friends Lets Users Complete 30-Day Self-Improvement Challenges
Smarter News Consumption
NewsBang Makes Staying Informed Easier And More Interactive
Social Diary Platforms
Truuze Social Networking App Blends Personal Journaling With Social Sharing
Expert Speaker Matchmaking
SpeakUp Connects Speakers and Events With Reviews and No Commissions
Personal Audio News
Hypermedia Play News Delivers Tailored, Instant Audio News Stream
Word Game Apps
Describe The Word Uses AI Guessing To Power Fast-Paced Gameplay
Social Gaming Platforms
Dartify Lets You Play Real-Time Online Dart Matches With Friends
Data-Comparing Social Apps
The Mutually App Matches Users Based on Their Digital Footprint
Phone Software Updates
Google Launches March Pixel Drop With New Pixel And Android Features
Adaptive Notification Systems
YouTube Filters Push Alerts Based on Recent User Engagement