7 ways online dating became more advanced in 2016

If you've been off the dating scene for a while, things have changed a little bit since you were last swiping. Naturally, we've made you a little catch-up guide to make sure you're prepared to hit up the dating scene in 2017. SEE ALSO: Finding a friend through an app may sound awkward, but it's not Here are seven things that changed in the realm of online dating over the past year. Now, go forth and swipe in 2017. Yes, the days of passing your phone around the pub are numbered.