Meetro: Technically speaking, Meetro is radius and proximity based software. Untechnically speaking, it finds like-minded people around you instantly. Wherever you are. So whether you're in-town or out of town, Meetro gets you on the town with old friends or new acquaintances.
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| Vincent Lauria, VP of Product Strategy in Meetro., has taken the time to answer a few questions from Web2List.com. |
Would you please briefly explain to us what inspired you to create your site?
IM has been 'static' for a very long time. With a whole generation of users living on IM networks there is a serious need for an upgrade in the technology. Meetro strives to be the best 'Social Messenger' incorporating both social networks and real-world locations.
Launch date
July 15, 2005
Funding source, Amount
Private Investors
How do you plan to generate income?
Location-based advertising
Please list which programming languages and technologies you used to create this site.
C++, Python, PHP
Key Competitors
Myspace Jambo
Please tell us a couple positive attributes your site has.
Meetro encourages users to meet people in the 'real world' by alerting users of who is nearby. It's a great way to meet new people, or stay connected to old friends as one travels around the world.
What is one disadvantage you feel your site has?
Our rich-client download can be a barrier to some users.
What future plans would you like to do with your site
Greater support of an Open API for third-party developers..
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