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Revyze is an AI-powered platform that facilitates peer-to-peer learning through short videos and quizzes. It offers personalized educational content, gamified learning experiences, and SAT prep materials to help high school students enhance their academic performance and college readiness.

Geenapp is a mobile application discovery platform that streamlines the promotion of apps by uniting various campaigns into a single, intelligent system. The platform enhances the app promotion process by automating tasks and connecting stakeholders, thereby increasing accessibility, transparency, and quality. It tracks download popularity based on factors such as device type, operating system, country, and user interests, allowing application developers to effectively acquire users through various performance-based campaigns, including cost per install, cost per engagement, and cost per action. Through its innovative approach, Geenapp aims to make app promotion more efficient and profitable for developers.

Zenly is a technology company that develops a free, real-time location-sharing smartphone application, available on iOS and Android platforms. It enables users to see where their friends and family are on a private, interactive map, simplifying coordination and communication among social circles. The app also offers an in-app messaging feature to facilitate social interaction alongside location sharing.

Navdy, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, specializing in head-up display (HUD) solutions for vehicles. Founded in 2013, the company has developed an aftermarket car console that enhances the driving experience by allowing users to access their smartphone applications while maintaining focus on the road. The Navdy HUD connects to smartphones via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, and is compatible with both iPhone and Android devices. It supports various applications, including Google Maps, notifications for text messages and calendar alerts, call control, and music player applications. By projecting important information onto the windshield, Navdy aims to improve driving safety and convenience, making it easier for drivers to stay connected without diverting their attention from the road. The company has established a strategic partnership with Harman International Industries to further enhance its offerings.

Auxy AB is a Stockholm-based company that specializes in developing music applications for iPad users. The company focuses on providing a platform for modern music creators, offering a sequencer app designed for producing electronic music loops and full-length tracks. Auxy's application features an extensive library of samples and track templates, allowing users to easily craft their own music without the need for a traditional music studio. Additionally, the platform facilitates the direct export of finished track mixes to various audio-sharing sites, enabling creators to share their work effortlessly.

WHATT, INC created 3 mobile social apps available on the App Store. MyTape is a video blogging app that let users easily shoot and share videos instantly with their followers and the world. Whoo Messenger is a messaging app that let Facebook friends message each other anonymously, send fun photos and voice messages to each other and play together guessing who message them. Whatt is a mobile social application for iPhone that allows users to easily share text-based status updates with their friends. WHATT, Inc. is the first company to focus exclusively on text updates by removing all unwanted or distracting content from the important messages that friends want to share together.

Hitch is the first on-demand multi-pickup solution--an iOS app offering an extremely affordable (50% of an UberX) and convenient transportation solution. Rather than booking an entire car, you only reserve the amount of seats you need, allowing them to pick up other passengers heading the same location you are. Unlike other car-sharing solutions, this all happens in real-time and requires no advance planning on your part. Simply drop two pins, and a car comes to pick you up. By sharing the ride, cost is significantly lowered, environmental impact is minimized, and you get to ride to your favorite venue/concert/event with other people with similar interests. And their dynamic re-route algorithm makes sure that your trip duration isn't significantly affected.

The Orange Chef Co. specializes in designing and developing smart kitchenware that integrates with iOS devices. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, the company is recognized for its innovative products that enhance health and nutrition management in the kitchen. Among its notable offerings is the Prep Pad, a smart food scale that provides real-time nutritional information for various ingredients. The company also produces protective covers for iPads and iPhones, cutting boards with integrated iPad stands, and dishwasher-safe iPad stands. The Orange Chef's products are available through major retailers, including Williams Sonoma, Apple, Target, and Amazon, as well as online platforms. In 2015, the company became a subsidiary of Yummly, Inc.

One Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that develops a mobile application called One, designed to facilitate social networking by connecting users with shared interests. The app utilizes information from users' Facebook profiles and their geographical location to identify and notify them of nearby individuals who have similar interests and have also downloaded the application. This innovative approach aims to enhance user interaction and foster community engagement among individuals with common hobbies and preferences.

Ku App is a developer of a mobile social networking platform that enables users to create and share concise, three-line notes called "heykus." Users can enhance these heykus by adding background pictures and indexing them via hashtags. The app facilitates engagement through commenting and liking features. Ku App is not intended as an alternative to existing social media platforms but rather serves as an enhancement, allowing users to export their heykus to Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. It is available for iOS devices with iOS 6 or higher through the iTunes App Store.

7 Elements Studios, based in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in the development and sale of mobile and computer games, focusing on cross-platform strategy titles. The studio aims to engage mid-core professional gamers by offering a dynamic gaming environment where players can personalize their experiences, explore diverse game worlds, and socialize with others. Through its innovative platform, 7 Elements Studios creates games that are seamlessly integrated into players' lives, allowing them to experience the excitement of battle, share victories, and forge genuine friendships while participating in strategic gameplay.

22seeds specializes in the development, product management, and marketing of mobile and web applications. Makers of the hit iPhone app "Last Night Never Happened" and the recently launched social network Echoer.

NimbusBase Inc. is a cloud storage solution provider that enables users to transform their personal cloud storage into personal databases for application data. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the company serves application developers and personal cloud storage providers by offering an alternative to traditional cloud services. Its platform allows seamless synchronization of data across various devices and operating systems, including iOS, Android, and desktop environments. By integrating with existing personal cloud services like Dropbox and Google Drive, NimbusBase facilitates data accessibility and management, significantly reducing scaling costs for developers while enhancing user experience.

TVShow Time is a mobile application designed for television show enthusiasts, allowing them to stay updated on upcoming episodes. Available on both iPhone and Android, the app notifies users about the release of new episodes and enables them to engage with the community by creating and sharing memes related to their favorite shows. This platform fosters an active and engaged community of fans who can comment and interact with each other through content generated within the app. TVShow Time positions itself as a leading resource for TV show fans seeking to enhance their viewing experience through social interaction and timely notifications.

Pixowl Inc. is a mobile game development company founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional development studios in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The company focuses on creating engaging games for casual gamers, children, and families, offering titles under various brands including Pixowl, Greedy Grub, Doodle Grub, Safari Party, and The Sandbox. One of its standout games, "The Sandbox," has gained significant acclaim, being recognized by Apple as one of the Best Games of 2012. This game allows players to create and share pixelated worlds, positioning it alongside popular titles like Minecraft in the world-building genre. Pixowl aims to enhance player experiences through character-driven storylines and comic book art, catering to a diverse audience with its family-friendly gaming offerings. As of 2018, Pixowl operates as a subsidiary of Animoca Brands Corporation Limited.

Pixowl Inc. is a mobile game development company founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional development studios in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The company focuses on creating engaging games for casual gamers, children, and families, offering titles under various brands including Pixowl, Greedy Grub, Doodle Grub, Safari Party, and The Sandbox. One of its standout games, "The Sandbox," has gained significant acclaim, being recognized by Apple as one of the Best Games of 2012. This game allows players to create and share pixelated worlds, positioning it alongside popular titles like Minecraft in the world-building genre. Pixowl aims to enhance player experiences through character-driven storylines and comic book art, catering to a diverse audience with its family-friendly gaming offerings. As of 2018, Pixowl operates as a subsidiary of Animoca Brands Corporation Limited.

Brass Monkey Inc. is a technology company based in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts, founded in 2010. It specializes in developing a software development kit (SDK) that allows game developers to create web-based games with features akin to traditional video game consoles. The company’s innovative technology enables smartphones to function as intuitive controllers for these games, facilitating immersive gaming experiences on various display platforms, including personal computers, internet-enabled televisions, kiosks, and large billboards. Brass Monkey aims to establish its developer tools as the global standard for connecting mobile devices with displays, catering to both single and multi-player gaming environments. With SDKs available for iOS, Android, HTML5, and Adobe Flash, Brass Monkey continues to expand its offerings to include additional platforms, enhancing the versatility and accessibility of its gaming solutions.

Now Closed!. Storific is an iPhone app that enables customers to place orders at restaurants, cafes and bars.

AstroloMe is an Israeli start-up that disrupts the way people consume their horoscope. Traditionally most horoscopes give sun sign information only. It's one or two paragraphs of general information meant to pertain to as many people as possible. AstroloMe offers people access to their accurate astrological forecast in real-time based on their current location and birth-chart (calculated using their date, time and place of birth). The company combines the full event report with various social capabilities, such as ranking forecasts for accuracy and sharing comments on events. It allows people to organize their reactions to life's daily challenges and advantages by giving them the ability to manage, keep private or share notes on their forecast. AstroloMe has also been actively working with astrologers who comment on events. Offered as an iPhone app and website, with Android and Microsoft Mobile apps planned in the future, AstroloMe is now in Beta. The daily advice is currently free for one user per account. Adding additional users on a single account costs a small monthly fee. More Premium Services are coming soon.

Sparrow was an email client designed for OS X and iOS, known for its simplified user interface that offered a different experience compared to traditional email applications like Apple's Mail and Mozilla Thunderbird. Launched on February 9, 2011, after a four-month beta period, Sparrow quickly became the top paid and grossing app in the Mac App Store within a day of its release. On July 20, 2012, the company was acquired by Google, which led to the cessation of further development of the application, with the exception of critical bug fixes.

Now Closed!. Storific is an iPhone app that enables customers to place orders at restaurants, cafes and bars.

TekTrak Inc., established in 2010 and headquartered in Culver City, California, specializes in developing mobile security applications for both iOS and Android platforms. Their primary product is an application that enables users to remotely track their lost or misplaced smartphones and secure sensitive information stored on the device.

AppMakr is a leading online platform that enables individuals and businesses to create mobile applications without needing programming skills. It caters primarily to non-developers, allowing them to build native apps for iPhone and Android devices at no cost. Since its inception, AppMakr has facilitated the creation of over 1% of all mobile apps across various operating systems, including iOS and Android. The platform has garnered recognition from major media outlets such as USA Today, The Washington Post, and TechCrunch. As a division of Socialize, Inc., every app built through AppMakr integrates the Socialize drop-in social platform, enhancing user engagement. In 2013, AppMakr was acquired by ShareThis, further expanding its reach and capabilities in the mobile application development space.

Plyce is a geolocalized shopping service based in France that enhances the shopping experience by helping users discover great deals in their vicinity. The platform functions as a mobile application, which replaces traditional plastic loyalty cards, allowing users to access and share information about their favorite shopping locations and experiences. Available on various mobile devices, including iPhone, Android, and Nokia, Plyce enables shoppers to connect with a community of users who share feedback and recommendations, thereby facilitating a more enjoyable and personalized shopping journey.