WunWun is an iPhone app that allows you to assign people to your random tasks. The app's name stands for "What you need, when you need it". It delivers practically anything to your doorstep and takes items off that ever-growing to-do list. Although, at the moment the app is only available to those in New York City. After downloading the app and entering your address and billing information, request a service or task, set a deadline and one of WunWun's employees will text, email, or call you confirming your request.
The startup is only 2 months old and just recently launched only in New YorkThis service is also available 24/7.
WunWun categorizes requests as either a delivery or service. For deliveries, users are charged $15, plus the cost of items purchased and a credit card surcharge fee. For services such as getting your dog walked, the rate is $2 for every five minutes plus the cost of supplies necessary to complete the service. Requests made between 9:00 p.m. and 8:59 a.m. cost $2.50 for every five minutes of service or a $20 fee for deliveries.
As of now, WunWun's network of helpers consist only of 28 people and it hasn't outsourced its work to other businesses or vendors. WunWun enlists local residents who may be looking to make some extra money.
I think this is actually a pretty neat idea. I don't have an i Phone but I think it would be a helpful app if it ever extends out from New York City. Although I like to do things myself just to make sure they are done right, so I'm not sure if I'd like other people doing things for me. Would you use this app? Do you think it'd be helpful?
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