Meeting (and date) locals

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While you're Instagramming a picturesque vacation, you might as well meet some new people.

Enter Glimpse. Technically a dating app, the photo integration (it connects to a user's Instagram account) and geolocator make it a perfect opportunity to meet those around you -- especially because they might be Instagramming the exact same places.

Users choose a profile picture and add eight Instagram photos to their profile -- that's it. You can browse photos of those nearby (or around the globe), and the app notes who's been to the same locations as you.

"We use your photos to connect you with people you'd like to meet," said cofounder Elan Miller. "When traveling, you usually have limited time but want to get the local experience."

Backed by First Round Capital and Google Ventures, Glimpse released a new version of the app in August (it initially launched in February 2014).

First published June 9, 2015: 3:22 PM ET

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