# Social Calendar-Filling Apps The 'Pingle' App Helps You Make the Most of Your Free Time By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-10-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pingle-app References: [betalist](https://betalist.com/startups/getpingle?utm_campaign=startup-59730&utm_medium=atom&utm_source=newsfeed) & [getpingle](https://getpingle.com/?ref=betalist) Many urban consumers are living fast-paced lifestyles that leave little time for getting much done outside of their preexisting commitments, but the 'Pingle' app is a socialization tool that will help to ensure you're making the most of the free time you do have. The app works by allowing users to get involved with social happenings that are taking place nearby or providing suggestions with things you can do in your free time. This could include checking out certain landmarks or taking advantage of [special promotions with local businesses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personal-leisure) to never leave you feeling as though you have wasted your free time. The 'Pingle' app is ideal for [students, expats and travelers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floo) to find the best things to do in a new location rather than rely just on guidebooks or vague suggestions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Location-based Socialization:** Opportunity for apps that connect users with social happenings and activities in their immediate vicinity. - **Time Optimization:** Opportunity for tools and platforms that help users make the most of their limited free time. - **Personalized Recommendations:** Opportunity for apps that provide tailored suggestions based on user preferences and location. ### Where This Applies - **Social Networking:** Opportunity for social networking platforms to incorporate location-based features for connecting users with nearby social events. - **Travel & Tourism:** Opportunity for travel and tourism companies to collaborate with location-based socialization apps to offer personalized recommendations and promotions. - **Technology & Innovation:** Opportunity for tech companies to develop advanced algorithms and AI-powered tools for optimizing users' time and providing personalized suggestions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Calendar-Coordinating Social Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clyx-app.md) - [Community-Oriented Meetup Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-pig-app.md) - [Social Gathering-Scheduling Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/momentitos-app.md) - [AI-Powered Socialization Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bu-app.md) - [Social Scheduling Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planpop.md) - [Hyperlocal Social Networks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperlocal-social-networks.md) - [Social City Exploration Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geometrik-app.md) - [Activity Focused Socialization Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sosocial-app.md) - [Local Event Discovery Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/place-to-be.md)