# PHOMATE: Find Pros & Friends — Book photographers & hot spots

> Book photographers & hot spots (iPhone/iPad app by Thanh Nguyen Van.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phomate-find-pros-and-friends/id6764714038 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Thanh Nguyen Van](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895889939)
- Category: Lifestyle, Social Networking
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 80 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-05-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phomate-find-pros-and-friends/id6764714038/reviews.md

## What is PHOMATE?

Need a professional photographer for a major event, or just looking for a camera pro nearby while wandering the city or traveling? OR do you want to find a like-minded friend to hunt for beautiful shots and explore "chill" cafes and new hotspots?

PHOMATE is the ultimate app connecting all your photography, social, and exploration needs in just a few taps.

Smart Connection Solutions by PHOMATE:

Find Pros & Services: Book photographers, videographers, drones, makeup artists, or "City Tour" guides on a real-time map.

Transparent Portfolios: Check real work and community reviews to find the perfect partner for your photoshoot.

Match Your Vibe: The "Wave" feature helps you find friends for photography, coffee, or road trips. Chatting only starts when both sides match, ensuring privacy.

Local Discovery Map: Find the best places to eat, play, and shop right around your location.

Creator Content: Follow your favorite creators for exclusive photo ideas and creative inspiration.

Personal Branding: Join "Creator Mode" to build your image, share content, and receive support from your community.

Safe & Reliable: Strict user verification and reporting features ensure a civilized and safe community for everyone.

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 50 xu | $1.99 | one-time |
| 100 Xu | $2.99 | one-time |
| 200 xu | $6.99 | one-time |
| 500 xu | $14.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.0 — 2026-08-01

Version 2.0 - travel with company, with a plan, with memories
FIND TRAVEL BUDDIES
SHARE YOUR ITINERARY AS A LINK
MONTHLY RECAP
WEATHER-AWARE PICKS

### 1.9.9 — 2026-07-28

App optimization, bug fixes, and new features.

### 1.9.8 — 2026-07-13

New: "Favorite Places" – Save your favorite spots into collections and share them with friends.
New: "Where Should I Go?" – Discover nearby places tailored to your needs.
New: Get all-day trip reminders with turn-by-turn navigation via Google Maps.
UI improvements and bug fixes.

### 1.9.7 — 2026-06-19

NEW: AI Trip Planner

Tap "Plan a trip" on the map - pick a city and your vibe
(healing / aesthetic / foodie / couple), PHOMATE delivers
an instant itinerary with photographer suggestions at each
spot. Covering 13 top Vietnamese destinations: Da Nang,
Hanoi, Saigon, Da Lat, Hoi An, Hue, Vung Tau, Ninh Binh,
Nha Trang, Quy Nhon, Can Tho, Sapa, Phu Quoc.

Roadmap-style itinerary with interactive map - tap any
spot for photos, reasoning, walking distance to next, 1-tap
Google Maps directions, and book photographer right there.

Share your itinerary as a polished image with QR code -
post to Story / IG / Facebook so friends can scan and view.

Photo albums: photographers deliver shots directly
in-app; clients get a public link to share with friends.

Plus polish:
• Faster map loading
• Post-shoot review & memory card share prompt
• "Who viewed my profile" with smart 5-min batched alerts

Thanks for riding with us. Issues or feedback - Settings →
Support - we reply quickly.

### 1.9.6 — 2026-05-29

App optimization & UI updates

## More apps by Thanh Nguyen Van

- [An Lịch: Nhật Ký & Widget](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/an-lich-nhat-ky-and-widget/id6768005713)
- [FilmTone - Preset Phim Cổ Điển](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filmtone-preset-phim-co-ien/id6768899027)
- [Văn Phòng Simulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/van-phong-simulator/id6785192034)
- [HocVe - Learn to Draw](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hocve-learn-to-draw/id6794650174)

All apps by Thanh Nguyen Van: https://appshunter.io/developer/1895889939

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