Unexpected encounters are becoming a lot harder to come by as our social lives exist more and more in the more controlled confines of the digital realm. If someone isn't already on your friend or follower list, how likely are you to interact with them?
To re-inject a bit of spontaneity into the internet we've seen a spate of apps that aim to connect you to strangers in various ways. From the 20 Day Stranger app that lets you message a nameless stranger for 20 days, to Wakie, where your alarm clock is replaced with a phone call from a someone from across the globe.

Following in a similar vein is Vive. Users can apply to join the community, and, once their application is approved, they can start video chatting with other members who share their interests. Designed to eliminate the risks of naked weirdo exposure associated with the likes of Chatroulette, the service is a new way of connecting strangers who share interests and passions rather than a way for people to just anonymously video call others. A pretty straightforward system, Vive is another example of how digital services are finding new ways to connect us.