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    Meetup

    by Meetup

    Meetup is the must-have app from this whole long list. That's why it's at the top. True to its name, Meetup.com is a popular website for meeting up with people in your area, and plans are usually activity-based. You can go hiking or running, watch movies, play music, eat dinner, hop bars, anything you can think of. The app lets you to search for these meetups, RSVP them, view your own Meetup.com calendar, and much more. If you really want to beef up your social life, this is the best way to do it.

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    Yelp

    by Yelp

    Yelp may be known for finding a good place to eat, but it is much more valuable than that. Yelp can be used to find places to hike, landmarks to visit, museums to experience, and more. If you're in a rut and getting bored, give Yelp a try. Who knows whom you'll run into...

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    Groupon

    by Groupon, Inc.

    You can also use Groupon, the heralded coupon app, to help you find something fun to do. Each day, a new deal gets loaded into the app; and, with a feature called Groupon Now, you'll get unique deals that you can take advantage of right away. Groupon lets you get great prices and discover new places. Use Groupon today to help expand your social circle. What a bargain!

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    Bump

    by Bump Technologies, Inc.

    When you're out and about and meet someone of interest, you'll probably want to exchange contact information. If that person is an iPhone or Android user, you can use the Bump app to quickly exchange contact information. You can also exchange photos, apps, and anything else you choose to share.

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    Facebook

    by Facebook, Inc.

    Love it or hate it, Facebook is still the most popular social networking site out there. Keep in touch with old friends and connect with new ones with a touch of the button. Download this official app just in case.

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    Tweetbot for Twitter (iPhone & iPod touch)

    by Tapbots

    Tweetbot is one of the most popular Twitter apps on the market for good reason. Besides the slick OS, it has unique features like smart gestures, Pocket support, and Cloudapp URL shortening. If you use Twitter, get this app. That's all there is to it. Just make sure to follow @appadvice while you're at it.

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    foursquare

    by Foursquare Labs, Inc.

    FourSquare is another app you can try out to expand your social life. There is a great explore feature that helps you explore your city. You can find specials going on, cool places to shop, nice places to go, and unique places to grab a cup of coffee. Let FourSquare help you find some cool places to go.

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    OkCupid — social dating, meet new people

    by OkCupid.com

    Internet dating, like dating in the real world, is like playing the lottery. However, if you're single and looking, playing the love lotto can be a lot of fun. See what's out there and go out on some good (or memorable) dates with the Google of internet dating.

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    imo instant messenger

    by imo.im

    Instant message to your heart's content with imo. This (free!) app supports Facebook chat, Google Talk, Skype, AIM, and more. Accounts are easy to manage; the interface is intuitive and streamlined.

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    Path

    by Path, Inc.

    Path is a personal journal that's like Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook mashed all together. However, unlike social sharing apps, Path's focus is on closer and smaller groups of friends. So instead of feeling overwhelmed by sharing your random thought to your gaggle of Facebook friends, use Path and keep those good friends updated.

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    LinkedIn

    by LinkedIn Corporation

    Sometimes your job can bleed into your social life. It happens. Say you're out on the town and just met someone that would a great contact, have LinkedIn at the ready. You probably won't find your next buddy with this app, but if you're in the workforce, part of socializing is about keeping up connections.

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    IntoNow from Yahoo!

    by IntoNow

    I love TV. My friends love TV. If you're like me and my friends, get IntoNow. Share what you're watching and into with your friends effortlessly. Screencap anything with the "CapIt" feature and spawn a new meme. Use the group chat feature. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm going to go caption every frame of "Game of Thrones."