From hybrid fitness studios to made-to-order organic meal services, the most popular September 2016 start-up ideas introduce a new range of products and services to enhance a variety of lifestyles.
One standout service by the name of 'Just Us. No Phones.' is specifically designed in order to help phone-obsessed consumers disconnect from their precious devices. The start-up offers lockboxes, which are designed to hold a few smartphones at once in order to help groups of people connect with others around them without technology being a distraction at a party, event or otherwise.
Some of the other most notable new ventures include Lovefone taking over phone booths in London to open extremely small-scale phone repair shops and Amazon launching its private-label 'Happy Belly' snacks as an online-only product line.
Top 45 Start-Up Ideas in September
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Hybrid Fitness Sudios
This Fitness Studio Combines Dance, Trampoline and Muscle Sculpting
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Scooter-Sharing Programs
Gogoro Scooters Will Be Available for Rent in Berlin Through an App
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Online-Only Snack Collections
Amazon's 'Happy Belly' Range is Exclusively Available Online
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Complexion-Matching Hosiery Retailers
FleshTone.net Provides Nude Hosiery in a Variety of Shades
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House-Sharing Design Studios
'Samara' is a New Design Studio Division from Airbnb
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Expedited Furniture Marketplaces
The Dibind Platform Helps Users Quickly Buy & Sell Used Furniture
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Tiny Phone Repair Booths
Lovefone's Repair Shops are Inside Iconic London Phone Booths
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Automotive Gin Bars
'Gin and Bear It' Operates Out of a Classic Converted Car
37
Connective Cannabis Platforms
This Platform Helps Marijuana Dispensaries Improve Customer Service
36
Japanese-Style Fish Markets
'Osakana' Provides New Yorkers with Fresh, Seasonal Fish
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Customizable Parcel Delivery Services
Sendle Makes It Economical to Send Individual Packages
34
Paid Product Recommendation Apps
Users Can Earn Money for Suggesting Products with Maven Xchange
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Speedy Social Payment Apps
The Cookies App Fills the Peer-to-Peer Payment Need in Germany
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Dentistry Delivery Services
Porcelane's Mobile Dentistry Service Includes 24/7 Support
31
Refurbished Phone Programs
Samsung Plans to Resell Refurbished Phones by 2017
30
Hosting Preparation Services
GuestReady Helps Airbnb Hosts Ready Homes for Short-Term Renters
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Customer-Controlled Store Playlists
Mood Media's 'Social Mix' Lets Consumers Select Songs
28
Online Dollar Stores
'Hollar' is the First Ever Dollar Store to Abandon Brick and Mortar Retail
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Made-to-Order Organic Meals
'Farm to Fork' Specializes in Organic Home Food Deliveries
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Corporate Catering Platforms
City Pantry Makes It Easier For Companies to Order In Food
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City-Specific Culinary Publications
'Food T.O.' Will Showcase the Best of Toronto's Food Scene
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Online College Textbook Retailers
RedShelf is Working to Reduce the Cost of Academic Textbooks
23
Vertical Video Ads
The 'Flipboard' App Has a New Video Feature for Advertisers
22
Members-Only Women's Clubs
'Verity' is a Private Club in Toronto That Caters to Successful Women
21
QR Payment Systems
Inditex's Retail Payment System Will Let Consumers Pay by QR Code
20
Small Business Sales Platforms
Facebook Shop Allows Business to Sell Products Through the Website
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Coffee Rideshare Programs
The Lyft & Starbucks Promotion Rewards Customer with Incentive Deals
18
Weekly Headphone Rentals
Sennheiser is Letting Consumers Rent Headphones from Its Singapore Store
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Smartphone Lock Boxes
'Just Us. No Phones.' Helps Consumers Disconnect from Their Smartphones
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Disruptive Device Rentals
Grover's Electronics Rentals Are Revolutionizing the Consumer Tech World
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Cloud-Based Clinical Services
Florence Healthcare Helps Researchers Share Clinical Trial Data
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E-Commerce Airplane Fleets
Amazon is Enhancing Delivery Services with a Fleet of Air Cargo Planes
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On-Demand Test Drives
Amazon will Deliver the 2017 Hyundai Elantra for Consumers to Test Drive
12
Local Courier Apps
The Bringr App for Delivery is Like Uber for Sending & Tracking Parcels Nearby
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Secure Ride-Share Platforms
Safe Car Service Bluclub Uses Armoured Vehicles and Defensive Drivers
10
Personalized Caretaker Businesses
This Start-Up Helps to Match Elderly People with Caretakers
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Localized Business News Apps
The Economyloop App Helps Business Travelers Access Relevant News
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App-Based Drone Insurance
The 'Verifly' App Lets Drone Pilots Buy On-Demand Insurance
7
City-Friendly Digital Advertising
The 'Google Urbanism' Project Would Share Ad Revenue with Cities
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Customizable Perk Platforms
Espresa Helps Companies Provide Workplace Services to Their Employees
5
Comedic Rap Releases
Kevin Hart's 'Chocolate Droppa' Character is Releasing a Real Rap Album
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Child-Focused Entrepreneurial Events
'Kid Talks' Inspire Young Attendees to Reach Goals
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Online Hay Retailers
'HayFinders.com' is a Digital Marketplace for Farmers to Buy and Sell Hay
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Crowdfunding Concert Apps
The 'Fanbassador' App Lets Music Fans Bid for Local Shows
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App-Free Rideshare Ordering
Uber Patrons in India can Order a Ride Through dial.uber.com
Related Ideas
Micro-Sized Alt Smartphones
The Nothing Phone (2a) Micro Was Shown Off for April Fool's Day
Industrial Cellphone Concepts
The Nokia N90 x Nothing Concept by Viet Doan Duc is Retro and Modern
Horror-Themed Phone Campaigns
Samsung's Join the Flip Side Takes Cues from 90s Horror Movies
Mini Transparent Smartphone Concepts
The Nothing mini phone by Priyanshu Jaiswal is Customizable
Idyllic Pet Pop-Ups
Uber Eats and PetSmart Created "The Best Pet House Ever"
Phone-Free Festivals
This Never Happened is a Music Event Series and Festival Concept
Innovative Wellbeing-Focused Bars
Selfridges Launches a Wellbeing Destination at Selfridges London
Electric Street Food Bikes
'SmartEbikes' Aims to Disrupt the Street Food Industry with Bikes
Autonomous Pizza Vendors
Speedy Eats Develops a Pizza-Topping Robot for Its Automated Restaurants
Friend-Founded Home Decor Lines
Nook Theory is an Affordable and Quality Home Decor Brand
Pastel-Hued Tech Accessories
These New Apple Accessories are for the iPhone and Apple Watch
Beer-Pouring Party Billboards
JUBEL Made a Billboard That Pours Pints Invites People in to Party
Anti-Consumerism Subscription Services
The 'Nothing' Subscription Service Literally Offers Nothing
Flask Phone Cases
Body Vodka Created a Take-Anywhere Transparent Flask Phone Case
Scent-Based Water Bottles
air up Transforms the Experience of Drinking Water with Aroma Pods
Smartphone Seating Campaigns
This Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 Promotion Takes Over Bus Shelters
Anti-Burnout Beer Campaigns
Heineken Canada Encourages End of 'Hustle Culture'
Anti-Food Waste Delivery Services
Gopuff and Misfits Market Partnered to Expand Fresh Food Options
Multicultural Pop-Up Restaurants
OpenTable's Dine London Shares the Taste of Global Destinations
Circular Shopping Experiences
The Stock Market by Selfridges is a Sustainable Shopping Experience
Vegan Subscription Supplement Lines
April Addresses Wellness in Pop Coloured Supplement Jars
Anti-Distraction Communication Devices
The 'Beepberry' Only Works with the Beeper App
Branded Departure Boards
"Bumble Airlines" Promotes a Premium Dating App Feature
On-Demand Disability Care Platforms
'Joshin' Offers On-Demand Care at the Press of a Button
Spice Starter Sets
Just Spices Starter Set Features Eight Versatile Blends and a Spice Guide
Playful Restaurant Pop-Ups
The Play-Doh Restaurant of Imagination Turns Kids' Creations Edible
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
Seasonal Autumn Treats
Target Launches a Fall-Themed Private Label Sweets Collection
Resurrected Used Smartphones
Think Tank Team Makes Artifacts with Project Afterlife
Inspiring Multi-Shop Pop-Ups
Pinterest's Possibility Place Immerses Guests in Inspiration
Mobile-Order-Only Restaurants
Chick-Fil-A is Opening a Restaurant with No Seating Space
Brainstorming Business Idea Tools
IdeaMate is the Solution to Fighting Stale Business Ideas
Loss Prevention Phone Grips
goBelt is an Ultra-Thin Phone Grip That Turns into a Kickstand
Breakup-Themed Donation Pop-ups
Bumble Launches 'Ex-Boxes' Pop-ups for a Fresh Start
Anniversary App-Focused Apparel
Grab Releases a Nostalgic Anniversary Merchandise Collection
Clean Neurocosmetic Skincare
Justhuman's Clean Products Deliver Results Fast
Online Meal Kit Markets
The Blue Apron Market Lets Customers Buy One-Off Meal Kits and Ingredients
Social Commerce Apps
GIST is an App-Based Social Platform for Sharing Purchases with Friends
Beauty School Pop-Ups
Pinterest is Launching an In-Person Beauty School in London
Sustainable Premium Wooden Accessories
Oakywood Updates Workspaces with Wooden Eco Designs
Exclusive Date Night Recipes
HelloFresh & Tinder Launched Date Night Delights Recipes for Couples
Branded Smartphone Parasols
Tesco Mobile Designs the Phone Parasol, a Practical Holiday Accessory
UK Summer-Ready Sporty Fashion
Unknown London Launches a New Capsule Designed for Summer
Leisure Activity Grocery Stores
The FreshTake Concept Grocery Store Blends Experiences
Mobile Plan Breakup Campaigns
Sky Mobile's Breakup Consultant Helps to Free People from Bad Plans
Creative Side Hustle Platforms
The 'Rassa' Platform Helps Users with Creative Ventures
Motivating Journaling Apps
MindUp Encourages Users to Maintain a Daily Mindfulness Habit
Cell-Cultured Coffee Startups
Startup Stem is Creating Cell-Cultured Coffee for the Masses
Social Professional Productivity Apps
The 'LikeMind' App Connects Users to Other Hustlers
Fan-Made Merch Stores
The Wonder Shop Shares a Mix of Creator-Made Goods and Recipes
Open-Air Summer Workstations
The Flipz On Summer Chair Supplies Shade and Supports Snacking
Monthly Mocktail Subscriptions
Raising the Bar Offers Sustainable Mocktail Kits On-Demand
Qatar-Based Super Apps
'Snoonu' Aims to be a One-Stop Shop for Services Across Qatar
SaaS Startup Newsletters
The SaaS Start Up Guide is Written by Law, Finance, and Tech Experts
Food Entrepreneurship Programs
Nestle Launches Its New 'Youth Entrepreneurship Platform'
Grill Rental Pop-Ups
Miller Lite's Grill Share Program Provides Access to BBQ Essentials
Customizable White-Label Consumables
Printify Offers On-Demand Consumables for Brands & Businesses
Virtual Fitting Room Experiences
be Retail Social's 'beDynamic' Joins Up with Get Cutie
AI-Powered Cocktail Subscriptions
The Barsys Subscription Box Service is Debuting at CES 2024
Celebrity Offspring Pop-Up Restaurants
Uber Eats Brings Brooklyn Beckham's Cooking to Your Door
Product Maker Launch Platforms
MicroLaunch Offers a Streamlined Avenue for Feedback
Virtual Appliance Showrooms
Samsung's Shoppable Instagram Profiles Replace Department Stores
Young Professional Community Apps
Yuppie Helps Gen Z and Millennials Connect with One Another
Juice-Forward Mixology Assortments
Simply Mixology Elevates the At-Home Mocktail Experience
Cannabis Marketplace Apps
Jane Technologies Launches Its First iOS Shopping App
Gen Z Anti-Loneliness Funds
Hinge Combats Loneliness for Gen Z - $1M Fund
Aggregated On-Demand Service Apps
The 'finish'd' App Combines a Range of Services into One Spot
All-in-One Administrative Management Apps
Fun Join Announces Its Official January 2023 Launch Date
Chic Shoe Care Appliances
The 'Day Starter' Shoe Styler by Yeounju Lee Keeps Footwear Fresh
Contactless Car Wash Subscriptions
The 'FastLane' Subscription Can Be Accessed Through a Handy App
On-Demand Mobile Ice Cream Stores
Mars Teamed Up with Store-Hailing Service Conjure
Foodtech Support Initiatives
Rabobank is Accepting Applications for its 'FoodBytes!' Program
Hourly Job-Finding Apps
Gigs is a Job Platform for the Gig Economy
Private App-Based Journals
Apple Launches a New Journal App for iPhone Users to Positively Reflect
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
Audio People Discovery Apps
The 'November' App Offers Users Five Audio Interviews Each Day
One-Stop-Shop Bridal Boutiques
LoversLand Has Everything Wedding-Related in One Marketplace
Sporty Solo Travel Platforms
SurfYogaBeer is a New York City-based Active & Social Travel Company
Startup Applicant Tracking Platforms
The 'Briteloop' Platform is Built for Small Businesses
Loneliness-Combating Social Campaigns
Hinge Launches the New One More Hour Campaign and Fund
Beauty Shop Deliveries
Uber and The Body Shop Expand Partnership to Include 75 New Storefronts
Digital-First Kitchen Collections
So Yummy by bella Products Come with Access to 100+ Recipes
Preemptive Startup Evaluations
Vet My Idea Helps Startups Survive with AI Assessments and Ideas
Stock Market-Themed Bars
At The Sauga Bar X-Change, Drink Prices Change Based on Real-Time Demand
Startup Name Generators
FindName Suggests Countless Ideas to Help Name Your New Business
Recyclable Takeout Packaging Services
Uber Eats Begins the Reusable Packaging Trials in London
Waste-Reducing Culinary Starters
The Spare Food Co.'s Spare Starter Uses Surplus Farm Produce
London-Based Startup Retailers
The Nothing Store is Opening a Location in Soho, London
AI-Powered Business Discoveries
Yelp Unveils a New AI Assistant and 'Project Ideas' Feature
Location-Based Social Media Platforms
Spotselfie is an AR-Based Social Networking App
Ease-of-Use Intimacy Apps
The 'Gilly' Intimacy App Supports Busy Couples
Eatery-Backed Mental Health Counseling
Original ChopShop Inspires Guests to ‘Just Feel Good’
Hyper-Local Gym Ads
GymBox's Made for London Life Ads Juxtapose City Living and Gym-Going
Battery Rental Services
Swobbee Launches an Online Marketplace for Rental Batteries
Short-Form Foodie Feeds
Uber Eats is Testing Out a New Vertical Feed Like TikTok and Instagram
Youth-Catered Transportation Apps
Uber Introduces Teen Accounts in the Latest Update
Checkout-Free Campus Retail Experiences
Grubhub Will Use Amazon Just Walk Out Technology on Campus
Self-Driving Food Delivery Services
Uber Eats is Launching Waymo Delivery Services in Phoenix
Dressed-Up Breakfast Campaigns
Joe & the Juice Invites Customers to Get Chic for Breakfast
Flexible Workplace Organization Apps
The 'Desky' App Helps Businesses Adapt to Hybrid Work
Breakfast-Included Sandwich Menus
The Urban Eat Relaunch Includes Foods for All Times of Day
Affordable Lifestyle Directories
'I Have This Friend' Makes Aspirational Living More Accessible
Pet Care Fellowship Programs
Royal Canin and Leap Venture Academy are Uplifting Startups
Phygital Membership Programs
Selfridges Unlocked Provides Access to Digital & Physical Offers
Calendar-Coordinating Social Apps
The 'Clyx' App Expedites Making Plans with Friends
Premium QSR Picnic Kits
Shake Shack Added Veg Out Picnic Kits for National Picnic Month
Relationship-Strengthening Dating Ideas
Perfect Dates is an App Inspiring Stronger Bonds
AR-Enabled Google Tools
Google Launches a Slew of New Features for Search, Shopping, and Maps
iOS-Influenced Travel Apps
Uber’s Redesigned App Uses the Latest iPhone Features on iOS 16
Pocket Concierge Apps
The Scene Matches Users to Restaurants, Bars, Clubs & Cafes
Stigma-Reducing Period Brands
August Relies on Playful and Wholesome Branding
Entrepreneurial Mentorship platforms
GrowthMentor Connects Individuals for 1:1 Support
Modern Digitized Bookshelves
September is a Digital Bookshelf Where You Can Display Achievements
Clothing Try-On Services
Rixo Launches a New 'Try-Before-You-Buy' Service in the UK
On-Demand Grocery Deliveries
Just Eat and Lincolnshire Co-op Launch a Grocery Delivery Program
Foodie Networking Apps
'YourTable' Connects People Through their Love of Foods
Dating App-Themed Store Experiences
Tinder Opens Up a SwipeMart Store Location in Tokyo
Nourishing New Year's Meal Plans
Daily Harvest's January Jumpstart Supports Health Resolutions
Entrepreneur Brand-Building Tools
IndieLogs Helps Founders Stand Out Through Personalized Profiles
Entrepreneur Support Communities
Hustle Cafe is an Online Space for Founders to Connect and Grow
Post-Launch Entrepreneurial Newsletters
One Year Wiser Interviews People One Year After Launch
Failed Digital Product Databases
Dead Product Marketplace is a Graveyard for Abandoned Projects
Accessible Commerce Engines
Ecommerce Platform Mason Seeds $7.5m as It Takes on the ‘Amazon Tax’
Mental Health Branding Initiatives
L.L.Bean Digitally Detoxed for Mental Health Awareness Month
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Female-Centered Restaurant Concepts
Trust Bae Showcases the Culinary Perspectives of Female Chefs
India-Based Refurbishing Brands
ReFit Global Sources Phones for Affordable Second-Hand Reselling
Heat-and-Eat Plant-Based Foods
The TiNDLE Grocery Products are Being Launched in the UK Market
Dater Dining Guides
OpenTable & Bumble Debuted Three Top 100 Dining Guides for Meet-Ups
Inclusive Try-On Programs
Perfect Corp. Connects Beauty Brands with Digital Beauty Innovation
Food-Focused Travel Guide Platforms
'FoodieTrip' Connects Hungry Travelers to Experienced Guides
Categorized Podcast Genres
Apple's Podcasts App Launches a New Organized Update Feature
On-Demand Convienience Shopping
Just Eat and Co-op Launch a UK-Based On-Demand Delivery Service
Branded Small Business Contests
Staples Canada Honors Small Businesses with Boost My Biz Contest
Mobile Weenie Wedding Chapels
Oscar Mayer Made a Mobile Wedding Chapel for Springtime Ceremonies
Daily-Prompting Social Journals
Journal. Invites Users to Share Their Thoughts and Feelings
In-App Flight Booking Features
Uber Will be Launching Flight Functions in the UK Soon
Organized Listed Article Platforms
The Pocket Service Unveils a Plethora of New Features
Comprehensive Restaurant Overview Apps
Toast Debuts a Digital App to Manage Restaurant Operations
Streamlined Start-Up Job Searching
Startup Jobs by Binh Pham is a Community for Job Seekers