Make a Memory With Photopon

So, you are checking out one of the deals that you found on Photopon.  Maybe it's a great deal at a restaurant you've always wanted to try.  Maybe it's a great deal on clothing from one of your favorite clothing stores.  Whatever that awesome deal is, you are there and you are with some friends or family members.  And, now you want even more of your friends and family to share in the same great deal.  So, how does that happen?

Here's how:  You're at that restaurant or clothing store, you're totally taking advantage of that awesome coupon, so you take out your mobile phone and take a totally cool photo of you and your guests enjoying your deal.  Pair that photo with the coupon listed on Photopon, attach the newly made "photopon" to a text telling your friends and family who aren't there about this amazing deal and press the send button.  

Instantly, everyone who you sent the message to will be so excited to get a text from you that they will immediately open it up and find not only your recommendation and coupon for a totally great deal, but there will be your photo.  That photo will make them want to take part in that great deal, and they will remember to do so because of your photo.  For you it will be a memory of that awesome day and that awesome deal.  

It's a win-win situation for everyone.  Thanks to Photopon, you took that picture, and you'll remember that moment always. Those who received your photopon will also go out and make their own memories.  Memories last a lifetime.  Let Photopon help create them.

For more information about Photopon, contact us.

Mobile Coupons Are Preferred By Consumers

The world has gone mobile. Just take a look around. It’s not uncommon to see several people talking or texting on their cell phones these days. Whether you own a local restaurant, hair salon, or another local business you might see this in your waiting area or lobby quite often. With mobility comes a new opportunity to reach these customers.

Did you know that mobile coupons are preferred by local consumers? The Google Mobile Movement discovered that in 2012, the NUMBER 1 preferred method for local consumers to get coupons is through their mobile device. When you think about the many benefits of mobile coupons this shouldn’t come as a surprise.

Consumers do not have to cut out a coupon or even remember to have it with them. How many times do you think a customer comes to your store on a whim? What if they left their coupon at home? They would normally be out of luck. However, mobile coupons are more likely to be with them at all times. Do you know anyone who leaves the house without their cell phone?

Here are some interesting statistics regarding mobile coupons:

• Mobile coupons receive 10 times higher redemption rates than print coupons. (Source: Mobile Commerce Daily)
• 55 percent of consumers express an interest in mobile coupons but only 10 percent have actually received one from a merchant (Source: Mercator Advisory Group, 2012)
• 18 percent of consumers have redeemed a mobile coupon in the past 90 days (Source: Mobile Audience Insights Report from JiWire, Feb 2012)
• 21 percent of consumers search for a coupon on their mobile device while in a store (Source: Mobile Audience Insights Report from JiWire, 2012)
• 79% of smartphone users found it useful to download mobile coupons to their phones(Source:Accenture, reported by Internet Retailer, 2010)
• 73% of consumers find it useful to receive an instant coupon as they pass by an item in a store (Source:Accenture, reported by Internet Retailer, 2010)
• 71% of Generation Y respondents (approximately 16-31 years old) said they use mobile coupons to get e-commerce discounts (Source: Cognizant Technology Solutions and RIS News, 2010)

Even Morgan Stanley predicts mobile to be bigger than the internet by 2015. It’s no wonder mobile coupons are wanted by consumers. The question remains: Are you using mobile coupons for your local business? If not, you are leaving a lot of money on the table. Take a look at the different ways to utilize this powerful marketing tool.

Learn more about how you can connect mobile coupons to your photos, making it even easier to share amazing deals with your family and friends.

Receive Feedback and Create Conversation with a Social Photo

Imagine that your favorite local retailer has an exciting new special on clothes.  You’ve just tried on a couple of outfits, and you can’t decide. 

You really need someone to tell you what looks best.  But instead of asking the staff at the store, you want to consult with your go-to fashion gurus – your friends.  The times have changed though, there’s no need for a photo text or social media upload.

You can create a social photo.  Combining a photo and a coupon, you can get instant feedback from your friends.  In the spirit of giving, you will also be sending them a valuable coupon.  Indeed, you can conquer two birds with one stone:

• Get feedback on your upcoming purchase.  Alternatively, show off your latest purchase – discounted purchase, that is.
• Spread the love with a coupon.  Your social photo combines to form a coupon.

Photopon introduces an exciting way to connect to your friends and family.  With social photos, you can instantly create and send a photo that will become a coupon.  As you find exciting new deals around you, you can share them at will.  As you can imagine, you’ll also receive great deals from the people who know you best: your friends and family – not the advertising companies.

Snap a picture of your social photo and coupon.  Whether you’re calling in backup to the store, looking for an answer between two choices, or simply want to share your latest purchase and deal, Photopon is a fun and exciting solution.

Who needs photo texts and social media platforms?  Photopon can satisfy your need to share photos, coupons, and to find valuable deals from those you know.  Contact us for more.

With Mobile Coupons, You'll Never Lose a Coupon Again!

Has this ever happened to you?

You clipped a coupon for a favorite restaurant and then put it away for that special night out.  Now that night is finally here and, wait... WHERE IS THE COUPON???  You know you set it somewhere specifically so you wouldn't forget and now you can't remember where that was.   What's the point of going out if you can't benefit from the savings?  You know it's here somewhere, but where?  If only you could find it...  WAAAAAAHHHHH!

Maybe once wouldn't be so bad, but then it happened again. Yep, that's right.  You've been waiting to shop for some new summer clothes and finally you received a great coupon in the mail.  Can you guess what happens next?  That's right- you can't find your coupon.  Need I say more?  

Why not save yourself the hassle of losing those clipped coupons and try mobile couponing instead.

Photopon is just the latest in great new iPhone apps.  With Photopon, you can find local deals and check them out.  Find a great deal at a local store or restaurant, use that deal for some delicious meal or great shopping, snap a super cool photo and attach the coupon, then pass on that awesome deal to all your friends and family.  

Not only do you get to save money, but so does everyone else who receives your mobile coupon.  The best part is that you can guarantee that you, and whoever you send your mobile coupon to, will never lose a coupon again!

Contact us for more information about mobile couponing, and before you lose any more clipped coupons!

Photopon Raises $250,000.00 In Seed Round

Photopon is pleased to announce that we have recently closed a $250,000.00 seed round from a private source.

The funds will be used to expedite the release of our current iPhone application, build an Android version,  and develop a SaaS platform for custom hyper-local coupons by fall of this year.

We will also be filing additional patents related to upcoming innovative products & services.