It’s Friday Night and you’re in livin’ for the weekend mode. But you still don’t have a plan in place. If you’ve got a smart phone and are an app-junkie like yours truly, think about taking these nightlife apps for a spin.
Wendr
DEVICE: iPhone only for now – you can sign up for their mailing list to hear news of when it will be available for your OS.
COST: Free
THE APP: This app is for finding out what your friends are up to and skipping the tedious detective work and sorting through social media. It lets your friends know that you’re going out for the night by setting your status to “green” along with where you’ll be. Or not to bother you when it’s set to “red”. You can also set your statuses for a specific group of friends via lists, in case you don’t want everyone to know your plans. It also puts an expiration date on all plans for the evening and automatically resets at 6AM the following day, making it perfect for those who hate clutter.
WHO IT’S FOR: Facebook Addicts, Very Social Students and Stalkers
Liquor Cabinet
DEVICE: iPhone only
COST: $.99
THE APP: Great for inventing an impromptu cocktail. Just put in all the ingredients you have on hand and it will tell you what you can make. This app’s focus is on people who are entertaining, but it can be plenty entertaining to use by yourself. It can also tell you other combinations if you’re just one ingredient away. Definitely worth picking up if you’re practicing your mixology skills frequently and find yourself with leftover libations.
WHO IT’S FOR: Home Bartenders, Party Hosts, Forgetful Bartenders and Showoffs
Nightup
DEVICE: iPhone, Android
COST: Free
THE APP: If you hate searching around for deals at nightlife venues or events, then hopefully this app will give you an inside track. NightUp displays local parties and events along with the details which you can tweak and adjust to your liking. It also lets you order bottle service, VIP packages and pay cover charges. Once you’ve booked everything, all you have to do is show up and flash your ID or the provided pin number to get in and party.
WHO IT’S FOR: Nightlife Addicts, People Who Love VIP Treatment
www.nightuplife.com
Uber
DEVICE: iPhone, Android
COST: Free
THE APP: This app sounds like a life-saver – literally! If you had one too many while you were out, this app will get you a car and driver along with a receipt when you get to your destination. Of course, it isn’t just for those who can’t get behind a wheel but for anyone who needs a pick-up. You can pay with a credit card through the app itself (tip included) and it’s easy to see where the car is with the in-app GPS. You can set your pick-up location, destination, and track the nearest one available for the pick-up. This app claims it can be used in over 40 cities and 17 countries.
WHO IT’S FOR: Night owls and anyone without a car or stranded
Eat24
DEVICE: iPhone, Android, Windows Phone, PC
COST: Free
THE APP: If you’re out late and need something to munch on, then Eat24 should settle your hunger pangs. You can look up what’s nearby and place an order after selecting from their menus. You can even pay and get the location info. They also post Yelp reviews if you really must know more about a certain place. You can also order for delivery if you’re already headed home.
WHO IT’S FOR: Seamless & Grubhub Fans, Yelp Lovers, Hungry People