SeenU
SeenU Inc.
Social Networking
SeenU is designed to help you connect and meet people at live events and real-world spaces.
Free
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ChatPal
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znaidy - friends GPS locator
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Kipper
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Den - Social for real life
Connect with neighbors and share updates
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Ideas with Friends
Plan hangouts, share availability, invite
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Bunch - Social App
Meet people in small groups of up
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Intent: Closer Across Language
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Social NetworkingIntent, the chat app that helps you to stay close and chat smoothly across languages. Powered by thoughtful AI, Intent brings built-in translation, voice-to-text, and writing suggestions into your chats. Not just translate words—it carries emotion, preserves tone, and bridges cultures.
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