TORONTO - Nov. 29, 2016 - TelAve -- Buddypass – a Toronto-based social networking startup, believes that activities are better together and is on a mission to solve the world's loneliness problem by helping connect people with similar interests. They have just finished their beta run and released Buddypass v2.0 for iOS and Android. The successful beta launch saw over 20 000 users try Buddypass in its 90 day run. Based on user feedback, version 2.0 boasts multiple new features which make it easier than ever for people to group chat and find new friends nearby who have similar interests and hobbies.

The app is designed to help you find new friends and groups based on activities and hobbies that interest you. Buddypass can help you find a new mom friend, workout buddy, or a local biking group. Entrepreneur magazine recently listed Buddypass as one of the 5 apps disrupting the social-networking scene and we couldn't agree more.

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Users can browse groups and events as well as find individuals with similar interests. Buddypass wants to help people leave the virtual world behind for a bit, get out there, and take part in 'real life' activities. Buddypass also allows you to create and organize your own groups to feature your events and special interests.
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Features for Version 2.0:

-Instant one-on-one and group chat with people nearby.

-New interface and algorithm that make it easier than ever for users to connect with people and groups for the activity they are looking for.

-Improved and free group management tools that make managing and running your group simple and fast.

Buddypass founder, Andrew Thompson, describes the app as "being about real life connections. It's about getting out there and doing things with other people. We want to make the world a friendlier place; there are 7 billion people out there, and nobody should feel alone."

http://www.buddypass.me/