Chinese app for singles goes viral with "Are you dead?" feature.
The viral safety app "Are you dead" for people living alone will rebrand as "Demumu" and introduce a subscription fee.
Yo, check this out! An app called “Are You Dead?” blew up in China. It’s designed for folks living solo, giving them a way to check in safely. Think students or solo workers who might need a little nudge to stay connected. The app pings an emergency contact if you don't check in for a few days.
Now they’re rebranding to Demumu for a worldwide launch and charging about $1.15 to help with costs. It's already a hit, sitting at number two on Apple’s paid apps chart! Folks on Weibo are buzzing about the name change, suggesting alternatives like “Are You Alive?” Some feel it’s a lifeline for those of us flying solo, making our lives a bit less lonely.
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