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[NEED BETA TESTERS] I built a map-first app to discover what’s happening nearby
Hey everyone,
I’ve been working on a small side project called Hangouts, and I wanted to share it here to get some early feedback.
The idea came from a simple frustration, most event apps feel like calendars. You end up scrolling a lot, planning ahead, and still missing what’s actually happening right now around you.
So I built something different:
👉 A map-first app where you can instantly see nearby plans
- Open the app → see events around you on a map
- Tap a pin → quickly get the vibe (distance, people joined, etc.)
- Join instantly or create your own hangout in under a minute
It’s designed to be lightweight and spontaneous rather than feeling like event management software.
Some features:
- Map-based discovery (no endless feed scrolling)
- “Feed pills” to quickly scan what’s happening
- Super fast hosting flow (drop a pin → set vibe → publish)
📸 I’ve attached some screenshots below (map view, feed, hosting flow)
Right now it’s iOS only, and I’m opening up a small beta.
If this sounds interesting, I’d love for you to try it and tell me what sucks / what works.
👉 Join beta / waitlist: https://hangouts.pensive.cloud
(or just comment your email and I’ll send you access)
Also open to brutal feedback, especially on:
- Does map-first actually feel better?
- Is this something you’d realistically use?
Thanks 🙏
