I know we’ve all been there. We see this awesome purchase by a friend and immediately need to know where to get it. Or perhaps it you that always grab that great deal or fantastic item that everybody wants to know about. Well, now there is a great new app that will help us all out! Let me introduce you to the Finds mobile app!
The main premise of this app, is that by creating an account you’ll be able to share your photo’s of the things you buy. Of which, if you are able to give a picture and some detail, the Finds mobile app will automatically link your picture to the item online. You’ll also be connected with a community of like-minded individuals that thrive on finding, sharing, and buying great shopping treasures.
As if that wasn’t motivation enough, VISA even gives away a $100 gift card weekly to one Finds mobile app account member. Simply post a purchase to be included in the drawing. The more you post the more entries you’ll collect. And what shopper doesn’t need an extra $100?
Initially I was concerned with what I would share…but the sky is virtually the limit. I gave this app quite the trial and posted everything from my favorite canned coffee drinks to children’s books and even a designer bag. Each time I was happily surprised that it would find the product in question. Only one item, the canned coffee drink, was linked to a sugar free version of itself instead of regular. But I was still impressed.
And that is whats also great about the Finds mobile app. Each account member can relate their own taste and style. Whatever you love to buy; Shoes, beauty items, clothing, kids toys, etc. There is a place for it on the Finds mobile app. {I especially love knowing what other people are drinking at my favorite coffeehouse.} And by finding the things YOU love, you end up connecting with others that hold that same shopping passion. Simply select the “Discover” button on the bottom menu and the world becomes your virtual oyster.
One thing I thought was neat, was the local aspect that this app will showcase for you as well. I found great buys from what is on the shelves at the local bookshop to new trends witnessed at the nearby mall. With two young kids, its nice to know all the great things that I can find nearby but also just grab for myself online. And since it showcases an online feature, you’re not only limited to viewing local members. But I just thought it was nice to feel more connected with the area businesses I lived in.
Overall, this is a FUN app. The menu is easy to navigate and its also a very social app. You can’t just be a Finds app wallflower. While you could wishlist something awesome that you want to remember. You can’t “like” or “heart” a post for light interaction. It brings the user back to commenting. Which, while a bit shocking to realize at first, may be just what we’re really missing in true social media anymore. Don’t get me wrong, I was looking for the “like” button too {LOL}. But lately I’ve noticed that I’d simply love more apps with true chatter. So it was refreshing to find an app to utilize that.
The Finds mobile app by 852 Bay requires the iPhone OS 6.0 or later and is optimized for the iPhone 5. Compatible with the iPhone, as well as select versions of the iPod Touch, iPad, and iPad Mini. Find out if your Apple device is compatible for the FINDS app by viewing this iTunes Preview or by searching for “Finds” in the App Store.
Disclosure: I participated in a campaign for Mom Central Consulting on behalf of the Finds mobile app. I received a promotional item as a thank you for participating.
Julia Potvin says
This looks awesome I need to take the time to find usable apps., maybe I will start with this one! Thanks