# Video Dating Apps 'Ohi' Lets Users Craft Video Profiles and Conduct Video Chats By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-09-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-dating References: [ohi.me](https://ohi.me/) & [itunes.apple](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ohi-video-dating/id1217979452?ls=1&mt=8) While there are some dating apps that integrate [video dating features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/realperson-video-verification) for their users, 'Ohi' sets itself apart as a video-first dating platform. On Ohi, users are able to put together a video profile to help people [express their authentic selves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spark-dating). Unlike a photo or a text description, these profiles give others the chance to see and hear what makes a potential match unique. Ohi also offers secure, live video chats for users, which are meant to make it easy for a pair to break the ice before going on an actual date. With this feature, users do not need to share their [personal phone number](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hinge-match-note) with others, which offers a helpful way for users to decide whether or not they would like to proceed with getting to know another Ohi user. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Video-first Dating:** Trend: Dating platforms are incorporating video profiles and chats to enhance user authenticity and connection. - **Authentic Self-expression:** Trend: Users are able to showcase their unique personalities and qualities through video profiles and chats. - **Secure Video Chats:** Trend: Dating apps are integrating secure live video chats as an icebreaker and safer alternative to sharing personal contact information. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Online Dating:** Industry: Video dating apps are disrupting the online dating industry by offering a more immersive and personal experience. - **Social Networking:** Industry: Video dating apps are leveraging social networking features to connect users through video profiles and chats. - **Technology and Communication:** Industry: Video dating apps are utilizing advanced video and communication technologies to enhance user engagement and interaction. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Authentic Video Dating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibing.md) - [Real-Time Video Matching](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/call-me-maybe.md) - [Video Speed Dating Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/filteroff.md) - [User-Prompting Dating App Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hinge-dating-app.md) - [Dating App Video Verifications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfie-verification.md) - [Video-Verification Dating Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photo-verified-cuties.md) - [Dating App Personality Showcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wudya.md) - [AI-Assisted Dating Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/overtone-app.md) - [Hybrid Dating Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/when-we-first.md)