Back to basics: Swarm redefines the Foursquare check-in to help you meet nearby friends

Foursquare was founded on check-ins. When the original app emerged in 2009, it blossomed on the idea that you could broadcast your location and see where your friends were, all while earning playful badges, points and mayorships. It was this reputation that caused such a stir when Foursquare announced plans to pull these features and move them into a new app called Swarm. While the company developed its core offering around exploration and recommendations, it sought to preserve some of its legacy in a new, lightweight experience. Today, the app launches on iOS and Android. Check-ins, redefined Foursquare chief executive...



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