# Social Polling Apps The 'Tossup' App Lets Users Vote on Different Events and Activities By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-07-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/social-polling References: [microsoft](http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/garage/) & [play.google](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.microsoft.hddl.app) 'Tossup' is a new social polling app that makes it easier than ever to organize and coordinate activities with friends. Tossup was produced by [Microsoft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chatbot-apps) and the main purpose of the app is to streamline and simplify event planning. Tossup is available for free for both iOS and Android users. Once a user has downloaded the app, they can begin polling their friends on things like where to meet, what to do and who might be coming. As each recipient votes on an item, their selection is virtually displayed in the app. There is also a comments section where users can provide further details and chat about specific ideas. While the social polling app can be used for general opinion-gathering, it is best used for [simplified event planning](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/momentitos-app). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Social Polling Apps:** Using social polling apps to streamline event planning and coordination. - **Simplified Event Planning:** Simplifying the process of event planning with social polling apps like 'Tossup'. - **Enhanced Decision Making:** Improving decision-making by gathering opinions and preferences through social polling apps. ### Where This Applies - **Mobile Applications:** Developing mobile applications that simplify event planning and coordination. - **Social Networking:** Integrating social polling features into existing social networking platforms to enhance engagement. - **Event Management:** Leveraging social polling apps for efficient and streamlined event planning and management. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Integrated Workplace Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/just-polls.md) - [Calendar-Coordinating Social Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clyx-app.md) - [Group Scheduling Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tallycal.md) - [Social Scheduling Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planpop.md) - [Crowdsourced Outfit-Picking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/choiced.md) - [Social Podcast Discovery Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/podopolo-app.md) - [Streamlined User Feedback Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upp-vote.md) - [Verified Opinion Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pollett.md) - [Social To-Do List Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/npe-team.md)