The May 2016 mobile marketing innovations make the most of social media and apps with creative loyalty programs, campaigns and tools for consumers to begin using in their daily lives.
Some of the best branded mobile apps include ones like the KLIKK app from IKEA, which only allows a user to take a single photo, or Nivea's NOSE app, which serves as an indicator as to when one of its deodorant products should be applied. The sheer novelty of these apps gives consumers enough reason to download and try these apps.
With a slew of new features recently released, Snapchat and Instagram are the top platforms that are being favored lately for mobile marketing. One of the most engaging campaigns comes from Sonic, which turned Instagram into a shop to sell square-shaped shakes for the kickoff of this year's festival season at Coachella.
Top 30 Mobile Marketing Ideas in May
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Gold Star Snapchat Lenses
This Starbucks Snapchat Lens Marks the Launch of a New Loyalty System
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Social Media Travel Guides
The Sherpa App Converts Instagram Accounts into Visual Travel Platforms
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Interconnected Instagram Videos
Jägermeister's 'Insta-Hack' Plays with Videos on Instagram
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Screenshot Coupon Ads
McDonald's Experiments with a Different Kind of Mobile Marketing
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Presidential Social Media Filters
These Snapchat Filters are Intended for Millennial Voters
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Instagram-Shoppable Milkshakes
Sonic Will Serve Square Shakes Sold Through IG at Coachella
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Immediate Shopping Apps
Project September Allows Shoppers to Click an Image to Buy
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Content Contest Apps
Social Media Gaming Platform Wyrd Lets Users Vote for Creators' Posts
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Integrated Social Racing Campaigns
This New Nascar Campaign Incorporates Twitter and Snapchat
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Utility Vehicle Snapchat Campaigns
The Jeep Snapchat Campaign Encourages User-Generated Content
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Snapchat Television Revivals
The Cribs Snapchat Series Will See the Relaunch of the MTV Hit
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Ephemeral App-Install Campaigns
Cookie Jam is the First to Roll-Out App-Install Ads on Snapchat
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In-App Loyalty Programs
H & M Club Lets Shoppers Collect Rewards Via the Retailer's App
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Localized Loyalty Apps
The Deal Local App Helps Local Businesses Build Loyalty Among Customers
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Integrated March Madness Campaigns
This Allstate Campaign Includes Real-time Tweets and Snapchats
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Restaurant Payment Apps
'JOEY PAY' is a Convenient Way to Settle Transactions at JOEY Restaurants
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Delayed E-Shopping Payments
FuturePay Gives Consumers the Freedom to Buy Online and Pay Later
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Sporty Face-Painting Apps
FaceCake's 'In the Paint' Helps Sports Fans Virtually Apply Face Paint
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One-Shot Photography Apps
IKEA's 'KLIKK' App Only Lets Users Take a Single Photo
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Kid-Friendly Entertainment Apps
The BBC iPlayer Kids App Provides Suitable Content for Young Ones
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Playable Force Touch Ads
mNectar Lets Mobile Game Developers Promote with Interactive Campaigns
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Commemorative Social Media Filters
Snapchat's Purple Rain Filter Serves as a Tribute to Prince
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Odor Detection Apps
The NOSE App Lets You Know When It's Time to Slap On Some Nivea Deodorant
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Animated Travel Campaigns
Eurostar is Using Creative Instagram Posts to Drive Engagement
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Political Geofilter Ads
The Bernie Sanders Snapchat Geofilter Was a Paid Ad on NYC Primary Day
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Fan-Rewarding Baseball Apps
The New Somerset Patriots App Rewards Fans For Social Media Activity
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Interactive Museum Apps
The New Broad Museum App Uses Location Technology to Enhance Engagement
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Burglary Awareness Apps
The 'GrabMe' App Reminds Homeowners to Use Social Media Safely
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Photographic Pharmacy Apps
Jean Coutu Lets Patients Send Prescriptions to Their Doctor Via Photo
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Social Sports Livestreams
NFL Fans Can Now Livestream Thursday Night Football on Twitter
Related Ideas
Location-Based Social Media Features
Instagram Map Connects Friends Who are Nearby One Another
Summer Soda Brand Campaigns
Sprite 'Turns Up the Refreshment' With its Immersive Campaign
Personal Shopping Apps
Aritzia's New App Delivers Boutique Shopping to Your Smartphone
Photography Camera Apps
(Not Boring) Camera Brings Creativity Back To Mobile Photography
Bar-Focused Dating Apps
Heineken®'s Bar Dating App Appeals to Gen Z's Social Habits
Unique AI-Generated Ads
Skinny Mobile Introduces Its New AI-Powered Brand Ambassador
Social Media-Inspired Retail Apps
Depop Outfits Lets Users Create Moodboards and Collages
AR-Powered Vending Machines
Snapchat and L’Oréal Made a Gamified Lens to Share Refillable Haircare
AI Beauty Shopping Apps
Amorepacific Introduces a ChatGPT-Based Shopping App
Wellness-Driven Health Tech Apps
The Google Health App Will Launch on Android and iOS
AI-Enhanced Marketing Automation Platforms
Aurora Mobile's EngageLab Improves Customer Outreach
Photographer-Inspired Photo Apps
The Leica LUX App is Launching the Artist Looks Filter Effects
Influencer-Driven Consumer Insight Tools
Brilli™ is a New Tool That Disrupts Food Research
Next-Gen Jelly Bean Campaigns
Jelly Belly Bean Appétit Entices a New Generation of Fans
Mindful Mobile Plans
Noble Mobile Gives Customers Money Back for Unused Data
Gamified Condiment Experiences
HEINZ’s Ketchup Blast Turns Meals Interactive
Interactive AR Avocado Scans
Chipotle Launches its 'AvoLotto Lens' on Snapchat
Dynamic Basketball-Informed Marketing Campaigns
March Madness' New Campaign Features NCAA Athletes
Rewards-Based Beauty Devices
Sephora Expanded its Rewards Catalog With High Tech Skincare Tools
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Redesigned Healthcare Apps
Hinge Health Redesigns Its Mobile Application
QSR Employee Support Apps
Blink and McDonald's Partnered to Support Crew Members
Customizable Cafe Drink Menus
The Official Starbucks Secret Menu is Available on the Brand's App
Mobile Beauty Supply Pop-Ups
Sally Beauty Enters into a Collaboration with DoorDash in NYC
Experiential Marketing Campaigns
MIKE AND IKE, HOT TAMALES, and Marvel Team Up for Campus Tour
Festival Beauty Activations
Medicube Brings Skincare Tech and Experiences to Coachella
All-In-One Mobile Platforms
TPT Global Tech Has Unveiled VüMe Live, the First Super App in the US
AI Shopping Integrations
Sephora’s ChatGPT App Enables AI-Powered Product Discovery
Springtime QSR App Discounts
This White Castle Discount is Only for Mobile Users
Social Mobile Phone Plans
Heineken's HeiMobile Offers Rewarding Real-World Experiences
Shoppable Beauty Routine Apps
BeautyShelf Helps Users Discover Authentic Recommendations
Cosmetics-Focused Mobile Retail Apps
Clarins and Merkle Collaborate on a Mobile Application
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Ephemeral Photo-Sharing Apps
Instagram Instants App Introduces Single-View 24-Hour Photos
AI Cinematic Smartphones
The Honor 600 Transforms Photos into Cinematic AI Video Clips
Reward-Tracking Mobile Apps
AwardWallet Helps Keep Track of Loyalty Reward Tiers
AI Beauty Apps
Refresh App Combines Hair, Makeup and Styling in One AI Platform
Mobile-First Athlete Training Platforms
Ember Sports' Tech Trains Baseball & Softball Players
Dating-Style Bar Discovery Platforms
Heineken® Debuts an Innovative Digital Platform — Bar Dating
Membership-Based Beauty Apps
Beauty Pie Launched an Exclusive App for its Members on Pi Day
Streamlined Wedding-Focused Retail Experiences
The Knot Worldwide Boasts New WeddingPro Features
Hyper-Personalized Beauty Platforms
Kult App Transforms How Shoppers Find & Buy Products in India
Customer-Led Loyalty Programs
The Iconic Unveils a Loyalty Program Built on Community Insight
Pizza-Branded Reading-Encouraging Apps
Pizza Hut Has Introduced Its First-Ever BOOK IT App
Breast Health Awareness Apps
Know Your Lemons App Recently Named the #1 in Health & Fitness
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Premium Mobile Advertising Applications
Discord is Expanding its 'Video Quests' to Mobile
In-App Restaurant Ordering Systems
Châtaigne' Innovative Food Delivery Approach Uses WhatsApp
Influencer-Focused App Development Platforms
Wavemaker Debuts a Mobile App Development Platform
Easy-to-Use Content Editing Apps
Meta Launched 'Edits' for Instagram Creators on Mobile Devices
AI-Powered Beauty Discovery Platforms
MyLondonBeauty Debuts Mobile Applications & an AI Assistant
Interactive Tattoo Apps
InkStory Turns Tattoos Into Interactive Memories With Audio Integration
Community-Centric E-Commerce Initiatives
MyCommunity.Today Delivers Accessible Digital Tools
Efficient Photo-Enhancing Mobile Applications
Leia Inc. Recently Released the Immersity App
Experience-Enhancing POS Retail Apps
MomentScience Reveals MomentApps
Lightweight Restaurant Apps
Curate Boosts Restaurant Loyalty with No-Download Apple App Clips
Nordic QSR Campaigns
McDonald's Launches a New Campaign Inspired by its Dedicated Fans
Business Management-Focused Mobile Apps
Intermex SOMA Strives to Empower Business Owners On the Go
Nicotine-Quitting Gamification Apps
UNSMOKE Launches a New Platform for Quitting Smoking
Student-Centric AI-Powered Loyalty Programs
TALAB Debuts a Loyalty Program in Its AI Concierge App
Idea Generation Platforms
Mycutesoft Generates a Unique App Idea Just for You Through a Quiz
Mobile Microlearning Apps
Ollie for Coursera Plus Makes It Easy to Use In-Between Moments to Learn
In-Store Audio Channels
Custom Channels Unveils Unified In-Store Engagement Platform
Customized Restaurant Campaign Platforms
OpenTable Has Launched OpenTable Media
Proactive Bathroom Insights
The Kohler Health App Has Newly Launched Bathroom Routine Features
Premiumized Mid-Tier Smartphones
Qualcomm Brings AI and Gaming Upgrades to Affordable Devices
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
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
Expanded Tech Marketplaces
Best Buy Unveils a Digital Marketplace with New Possibilities
Branded App Takeovers
TikTok Introduces Logo Takeover Ads That Dominate the App’s Opening Screen
AI-Powered Sampling Experiences
Swish is Revolutionizing How Consumers Try New Products
Interactive Content Sharing
STIK App Lets Users Publish Content Directly On Physical Products
Contextual Map Advertising Features
Apple Introduced Ads In Maps Through Apple Business
App Competitor Analysis
Clash of Apps Provides Insights to Track and Analyze Your App Competitors
Personalized Wine Retail Apps
Virgin Wines Launches Its Virgin Wines Mobile App
Interactive Game Advertisements
Samsung Ads GameBreaks Encourage Deeper Engagement
Geo-Fencing Advertising Features
Celerant Technology Implements a New Geo-Fencing Feature
Upgraded Airlines Mobile Apps
United Airlines Adds Connecting Flight-Centric Feature to Its App
App Strategy Insights
ScreensDesign Reveals Proven Tactics Behind Top iOS Subscription Apps
Focused Fashion Feeds
Clone Helps You Stay Updated with Fashion Trends Sustainably
Wellness Tracking Apps
Track Well Turns Personal Wellness Data Into Actionable Insights
Loyalty Card Wallet Apps
FidMe Stores Loyalty Cards in One Easy-to-Access Place
Digital Touch Platforms
KissTouch Lets Users Send Realistic Feel Kisses And Connect Emotionally
Social Food Delivery Apps
The 'Zesty' App from DoorDash Helps Users Find New Restaurants
In-App Payment Partnerships
Appcharge is Working with AppsFlyer to Enhance Web Store Solutions
Humorous Communications Plan Campaigns
T-Mobile Appoints Druski as Chief Switching Officer
Proximity-First Friendship Apps
Friending Launched the Friending App to Foster Friendships
Predictive Mobile Advertising Features
T-Mobile Advertising Solutions Unveiled Contextual AI Ads
Pet Tracking Apps
Dog-e-dex Lets Users Collect, Catalog, And Track Dogs They Encounter
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
Social Media Creator Initiatives
Snapchat Launches its Gen Z-Focused Creator Connect Service
App Promotion Marketplaces
Boost Downloads And User Engagement With Indie App Santa’s App Features
AI-Powered Creator Platforms
Android Added Advanced Mobile Editing and Creator Tools
Brand Discovery Platforms
SmartCustomer by Sitejabber Helps Customers Find New Favorite Brands
Swapped Phone Campaigns
KitKat Phone Break Depicts Devices Traded for Chocolate Wafer Bars
Redefined Mobile Commerce Experiences
Glance and the Samsung Galaxy Store Partner in the U.S.
Creator-Focused All-In-One Platforms
MediaClub.app Serves Creators in the Middle East
Interactive Streaming Ads
Spotify Turns Listening into Engagement with Carousel Ads
Mobile Creator Experiences
Nikon Connects Creators Through Interactive Multi-City Events
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
Delivery-Focused Mobile Apps
USPS Released a Dedicated Informed Delivery Mobile App
AI Discovery Platforms
AI Apps Helps You Find The Most Suitable AI For Your Needs
Phygital Loyalty Experiences
Lush Links App Rewards to In-Store Events and Services
Health-Focused Meal Planners
Kitchen Savvy App Helps Plan Meals And Track Nutrition
First-Of-Its-Kind Digital Coupons Programs
Inmar Intelligence Partners with bp and Axonet
Community-Driven Loyalty Programs
Salad House Turned Guest Spending Into Local Donations
Conversational AI Advertising
Snapchat Introduces AI-Powered Chat-Based Brand Interactions
In-Store Ad Networks
ISM Powers Programmatic Advertising Across Retail Locations
Personalized Beauty Planners
Makeup Playbook Helps Create, Share, and Explore Beauty Routines
Couples Engagement Apps
LovOn Strengthens Relationships With Daily Questions, Games, & Activities
Music Mashups Apps
MashApp Music Lets Users Create And Share Custom Song Mashups Easily
Event-Based Social Networking Applications
The Plus 1 App is Expanding into Florida
AI-Powered Superapps
Grab Introduces AI Features That Simplify Decisions and Automate Daily Tasks
Appreciative Brand Anniversary Activations
T-Mobile Launched a Thankiversary Celebration
Mobile App Builders
AppBuzz Transforms Your Ecom Site into a Mobile App in 60 Seconds
Mobile App Templates
theappmarket Offers Ready-to-Use React Native Templates for Developers
Data-Activated Direct Mail Programs
AI Mail Predicts Homes Most Likely to Convert to Leads & Sales
Strategic Reward-Focused Retail Campaigns
WeShop Launches 'Shopping Starts Here' Campaign
Event Tracking Apps
ComingUp Helps Users Track Milestones And Share Life Events Easily
DIY Inspiration Apps
Daily DIY Reminder App Delivers Creative Upcycling Ideas And Reminders
Local Event Discovery Tools
'Place To Be' Helps Find and Share Events on an Interactive Map
Chat App Marketing Tools
EaseByAI Boosts Efficiency with Seamless WhatsApp Marketing Integration
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
Custom Motivation Apps
Motus Delivers Personalized Daily Quotes To Support Mindset Growth
App Ideation Platforms
AppIdeaHub Helps You Discover and Validate Profitable App Ideas
Nursery Brand Parenting Apps
The Mamas & Papas App Offers Support and Inspiration for Parents
Mapped Loyalty Badges
Snap Map Place Loyalty Celebrates Frequent Visitors
Developer Portfolio Hubs
App Showcase Lets You Share Mobile Apps, Stats, and Revenue Publicly
Smart Content Aggregators
Smashing’s Personalized Article Discovery App Helps Users Stay Informed
Startup Insight Platforms
App Stacks Reveals App Stories, Tech Stacks, And Builder Insights
Retail Conversation Marketing Campaigns
Tesco Launches 'Need Anything From Tesco' Platform
Data-Comparing Social Apps
The Mutually App Matches Users Based on Their Digital Footprint
Restaurant App Templates
Restaurant Food Ordering App Enables QR-Based Menus With Flutter Code
Phone Software Updates
Google Launches March Pixel Drop With New Pixel And Android Features
Birthday Management Apps
BN Provides Reminders, Gift Suggestions, And Birthday Planning Tools