Blind Dating Apps article

According to the text, why are some online daters choosing to start conversations without vetting each other's profile pictures?

• They believe looks don't matter in dating.

• They prefer the excitement of blind dating.

• They want to counter prejudice and discrimination.

• All answers are correct.

What is Blindlee, the blind dating app, known for?

• Hosting in-person blind dates for its users.

• Encouraging users to swipe through potential partners based on their looks.

• Offering three-minute blurred video calls between matched users.

• Verifying 100% of its users as real using Amazon's Rekognition software.

Why did the popularity of Blindlee increase during the pandemic?

• It started offering free premium features.

• The average number of matches per user increased by almost 180%.

• It was featured in a popular TV dating show.

• It launched a new video streaming service.

What does S'More, another blind dating app, do differently from Blindlee?

• It allows users to send and receive messages without sharing photos.

• It only reveals user photos after 15 messages have been exchanged.

• It uses Amazon's Rekognition software to verify user identity.

• It requires both participants to be online at the same time for a match.

According to Adam Cohen-Aslatei, the CEO of S'More, why are blind dating apps appealing to Generation Z?

• They prioritize content and meaningful connections over physical appearance.

• They are more interested in social platforms than dating apps.

• They prefer apps that rely heavily on profile pictures.

• They enjoy the suspense of not knowing who they are matching with.

What potential benefit of blind dating apps does Dr. Kathrine Bejanyan highlight in the text?

• They help ensure in-person chemistry between matches.

• They reduce the chances of encountering scammers and manipulative users.

• They encourage users to focus on physical attraction first.

• They provide high-end matchmaking services for users.

What was Tyler Proctor's experience with Tinder's Blind Date feature?

• He found it difficult to find compatible matches due to his location.

• He successfully found a compatible date using the feature.

• He gave up on using the feature because it took too long to match with someone.

• He faced issues with the app's identity verification process.