I think jokes are a great way to start a blog. I was going to make a social media joke in this one... But I think you already Reddit. If you're just as weary of social media as you are of dad jokes, no one can blame you. Everything new that comes out is kind of the same, only worse. But now there's a social app that's doing something different. Instead of encouraging you to engage in endless scrolling, OOt Social wants you to engage with people IRL. Set to launch on August 1, OOt Social is the first social map app which features live data based on your preferences. Aside from encouraging community engagement, the novel platform will also support local business growth. So if you run a business in Red River Cultural District, you get free promotion! Visit https://oot.live to check it OOt! With over 80 communities, OOt presents a range of different activities and social spots across the city, which match your interests. The new app currently features four categories: sports & gaming experiences, live music and entertainment events, lifestyle and culture activities, and a variety of food & cuisine options. And you just pick the ones you like and join communities! "With OOt, there is a community for everyone - from sports fans, to college students, to new moms," said a spokesperson. “OOt works to bring people together in real life, in real time, leveraging technology - making social social again,” they added. The app is now available in Red River Cultural District - Austin’s popular live music hotspot. This area is known for its nightlife venues and live music events. A hub for partygoers, Red River Street also features a variety of late-night grab-and-go eateries. With OOt Social you can easily locate these popular hangout spots and live events - whether you're a local or a tourist. With real-time data, the app connects you with current events and community gatherings. On login, the OOt map immediately displays events that are happening at that moment and popular local hangout spots that you may be interested in. It also shows you other community members who are attending the event. So if you're new to the community, you can easily find new friends. As you use the OOt app, you receive OOtchievements which will be displayed on the leaderboard. Designed to inspire community engagement, badges can be earned by completing various challenges and activities. How cool is that? If you're on board, you can download the beta version of OOt Social, which is currently available in Austin, Miami, and Toronto. Inspired by the Canadian pronunciation of “out”, the social app encourages you to go “OOt.” Social apps should bring us together; not tear us apart. Download the app at https://oot.live and go OOt today!