# Connected Community Diving Apps H2O Globe Launches Diving-Centric App 'Made By Divers for Divers' By Grace Mahas | Published 2019-07-19 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/h2o-globe References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/valentinametez/h2o-globe-community-web-app-made-by-divers-for-divers?ref=discovery_newest) & [h2oglobe](https://h2oglobe.com/) H2O Globe, a Slovenia-based start-up, is a diving app that helps consumers find diving professionals, [diving locations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adventurefocused-social-platform), and diving supplies. The app is run through crowdsourcing information to help communities stay connected. H2O Globe also helps consumers make connections by sending messages in addition to [sharing photos and videos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/momentshub). Users can also rate and report diving businesses to help users make more informed decisions about their diving needs. The platform also boasts a second-hand section, where users can either buy or sell their [second-hand diving equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dive-computer1). H2O Globe doesn't stop there -- it also includes diving safety tips for a truly unique and diving-centric platform. Whether users are divers or work within businesses related to diving, H2O Globe can ensure you have all the right tools to have a successful dive. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [New Ventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/newventures) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Crowdsourcing Information:** The use of crowdsourcing information in diving apps can revolutionize the way divers connect with professionals, locations, and supplies. - **Messaging and Media Sharing:** The integration of messaging and media sharing features in diving apps opens up opportunities for divers to communicate and share their experiences more effectively. - **Second-hand Marketplaces:** The inclusion of second-hand marketplaces in diving apps provides a convenient platform for divers to buy and sell their equipment, creating a more sustainable and cost-effective diving community. ### Who This Affects Most - **Diving:** The diving industry can leverage diving-centric apps to enhance the overall diving experience and community engagement. - **Technology:** The technology sector can explore opportunities to develop innovative diving apps that leverage crowdsourcing, messaging, and media sharing features. - **E-commerce:** The e-commerce industry can tap into the diving market by creating or partnering with diving apps that offer second-hand marketplace functionalities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recreational Diver Smartwatch Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oceanic-app.md) - [AI-Powered Adventure Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/globe-chaser.md) - [Diving-Ready Smartphone Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diveroid-universal-lite.md) - [Ultra-Connected Diving Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/descent-g2.md) - [Compact Smart Buoys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-buoy.md) - [Diving-Friendly Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/divevolk-seatouch-4-max-platinum.md) - [Real-Time Beach Review Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/realtime-beach-review.md) - [Large-Format Dive Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dive-computer1.md) - [Air-Integrated Dive Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airintegrated-dive-computer.md)