The Future of Discount Apps: Trends & Predictions

In a world where every tap and swipe brings convenience to our fingertips, discount apps have become an integral part of our digital shopping experience. As we step into the future, the landscape of discount apps is poised for significant transformations. Let’s explore the trends and predictions that will shape the future of these money-saving marvels.

1. Personalization Beyond Boundaries:

The future of discount apps lies in their ability to understand users on an individual level. Expect algorithms that go beyond basic preferences to consider your lifestyle, location, and even real-time behaviors. This level of personalization will ensure that discounts and deals are not just relevant but practically tailor-made for each user.

2. Augmented Reality (AR) Shopping Experiences:

Picture this: You’re strolling through a virtual representation of your favorite store, and discounts pop up as you navigate through the aisles. Augmented Reality will revolutionize the way we shop, with discount apps integrating AR to provide immersive and interactive shopping experiences. Trying on virtual clothes or visualizing products in your home before purchase will become the new norm.

3.  Social Commerce Integration:

Discounts are about to become more social. Imagine unlocking exclusive deals by participating in virtual shopping events or sharing your latest finds with friends. Discount apps will increasingly integrate with social media platforms, turning the act of saving money into a shared and engaging experience.

4. Sustainability-Driven Discounts:

As the world becomes more conscious of its ecological footprint, discount apps will play a role in promoting sustainable choices. Expect to see discounts on eco-friendly products, incentives for recycling, and rewards for choosing environmentally responsible brands. The future of discounting will align with the values of conscious consumers.

5. Subscription-Based Discount Models:

Move over one-time deals; the future may bring subscription-based discount models. Users might subscribe to premium discount services, guaranteeing access to a constant stream of exclusive offers, early access to sales, and personalized deals tailored to their preferences.

6. Gamification for Savings:

Discount apps will turn saving money into a game. Users may be rewarded with points, badges, or even virtual currency for utilizing discounts effectively. Gamification elements will not only make the process more enjoyable but also encourage users to explore new products and brands.

The sun is shining bright and summer is here to stay! We know the sweltering heat can get really intense this time of the year so we have put together a fun list of activities that you can do with your family this Summer ‘22. So dab some sunscreen on and let’s begin!

• 1. Game night

How does staying in with your jammies on and bonding with friends and fam over yummy food and Monopoly sound? Game nights are always a hit and are one of the best activities to indulge in as a family without spending money. Our favourite games to play are Catan, Codenames, and Scrabble.

• 2. DIY at home popsicles

What better way to welcome summer than ice-cold popsicles! The best part about DIY-ing is that you can use existing flavours and ingredients in your fridge and it does not require much prep. You have a plethora of flavours to choose from – orange, apple, pineapple, and guava and use fun molds to stick them in.

• 3. Go bird-watching
  
  

Grab your favourite pair of binoculars and head to Ras Al Khor wildlife sanctuary, to keep track of all the interesting species you see. A fun activity to do with your kids would be asking them to sketch the different species of birds and animals they see and compiling that into a collage or a scrapbook.

• 4. Make a homemade movie

It’s always fun to look back and reflect on the simple joys we experienced as kids in our childhood. So, get your kids to create a montage of all their summer memories. Weave all the snippets and moments together using an app. And once it has been made and finalized, host a viewing party for your closest friends and family.

• 5. Arcade day
  
  

Arcades are a whole lot of fun for both kids and adults alike, so why not make a day of it? Pre-plan by choosing a budget to keep the activity low-cost. Fill a cup full of coins and go crazy with all the fun games! Don’t forget to win so you can take a couple of souvenirs home!

• 6. Grow a herb garden

Teach your kids about different types of herbs and then get them to plant them in little pots in your garden. It will be an immersive activity for your kids to watch them grow into saplings, and eventually harvest them and use the fragrant herbs for a pasta night! 

• 7. Beach day
  
  

Plan a day out and about where the sun and sand meet the sea. Yesss, it’s beach day! Pack your sunscreen, towels, flip-flops, swimwear, sunglasses, hats, coverups and of course, a good book to read while you sunbathe! Your kids will love building sandcastles and you can make a whole day of it. Or jetty around the marina with Splash Tours with Discounter’s amazing deals!

• 8. Make a Time Capsule
  
  

Create a time capsule with your favourite memorabilia – including drawings, letters, photos, journals, etc. that can fit inside the capsule which you can bury and can dig out on an agreed-upon date in the future. This could be a decade or longer after you bury it.

• 9. Ride a rollercoaster

Dubai boasts a number of fun amusement parks and you know the best part? They are indoor and air-conditioned! Way to beat the heat. Go on and take the entire fam and hit one of the amazing roller coasters and shoot the entire ride on your GoPro. Check out IMG world and avail a whopping 30% off using our Discounter app!

• 10. Plant a Tree

Share the value of kindness with your kids and give back to the environment by planting a tree for every member of the family every year. Educate your family about global warming and create awareness about the ways by which we can save our Mother Earth.

Make way for the best summer ever!

From outdoor activities to new games to try, our list of top 10 summer activities will ensure you and your kids have plenty to do this summer and the fun will go on, all summer long! Check out the Discounter App for the coolest summer deals. Right from activities, to restaurants and massages, we have it all. Download the app now and enjoy a fabulous Summer ‘22!

Every year, as the month of Ramadan draws to a close, we look back and reflect on the spirit of the holy month and all that it embodies. And one of the primary values that we try and live by is giving back to society and indulging in charitable causes.

And in the spirit of Ramadan, Discounter announced earlier in the month that for every redemption on our app, we are donating AED 1 towards a charitable cause. And we owe you a BIG thank you for your overwhelming response.

So, here’s what we did with your donations along with our own contributions.

Our ‘100 meal’ charity programme was aimed at the blue-collar community in the UAE and saw our team members joining hands and putting together over 100 Iftar meal boxes packed with dates, dry fruits, juice, croissants, and chocolates. This was distributed to workers and laborers across the Al Qouz area.

And the response was heartwarming. There is no greater reward to one’s good deeds than smiles of joy and satisfaction! We are grateful to be in a position to be able to take up initiatives of this kind and will continue to create a change with every action.

The initiative reflects the incredible volunteering spirit of Discounter employees who want to give back to the society we reside in and operate from. This also ultimately encourages them to create a positive impact on the community in their own personal capacity.