Assuming that it doesn't violate any SN rules, it would not be too hard to build a 3rd party client for this purpose.
This actually sounds like a tremendous learning project for Swift / SwiftUI. Going to hack on this idea for sure. Of course, I will fully open source the project as well. This is the way.
It needs to come, mobile is too important and can't be avoided. Tho on my android the website looks very okay, let's see when the team makes it a priority.
There isn't any inherent functionally SN needs as of yet that would require an app. Perfect the web client first then scale from there, only IF needed. Please don't go the reddit route of disastrous app design (when it wasn't needed in the first place, for core UX at least).
Keep in mind smartphone apps for general use as in published from an app store puts the service at the mercy of Apple and Google requirements for social media such as moderation under their rules.
lol when I first started using stacker I wanted an app as well however after having to access via web browser for a couple months I actually think it adds to stackers ui/ux :)
I quite like using SN on browser but yes, an app would be nice.
I agree
on my desktop I love using the browser version
but when I'm out and using my phone I would love to use an app that I can access the site faster
similar to how CryptoPanic has their app that looks like their site but runs like as an app too
Obligatory link to the mock for a mobile app :)
Assuming that it doesn't violate any SN rules, it would not be too hard to build a 3rd party client for this purpose.
This actually sounds like a tremendous learning project for Swift / SwiftUI. Going to hack on this idea for sure. Of course, I will fully open source the project as well. This is the way.
A PWA should be fine, I don't see the need for a full app
Hear hear! Full agreement
It needs to come, mobile is too important and can't be avoided. Tho on my android the website looks very okay, let's see when the team makes it a priority.
Mobile browsing is better than installing yet another application
This.
There isn't any inherent functionally SN needs as of yet that would require an app. Perfect the web client first then scale from there, only IF needed. Please don't go the reddit route of disastrous app design (when it wasn't needed in the first place, for core UX at least).
I was thinking about this yesterday! It'll be so cool if Stacker News had an app. I'd totally use it.
Would love an app. In the meantime, a bookmark icon on your home screen works pretty well. Access faster. No push notifs though.
Keep in mind smartphone apps for general use as in published from an app store puts the service at the mercy of Apple and Google requirements for social media such as moderation under their rules.
Roundabout solution: how about installing a mobile RSS app? And plug in the RSS feed from the website?
I just want push notifications so I don't have to check the site every few hours. Maybe this is an intentional growth hack for "engagement"
Not intentional. Most would also agree that push notifications are a bigger hack on your attention than you having to "pull" your notifications.
Hello
Has anything happened on this subject? Definitely would love to revive the conversation about it. A SN app would be amazing!
Convenient solution for now for iOS:
Add a shortcut to the site to Home Screen.
lol when I first started using stacker I wanted an app as well however after having to access via web browser for a couple months I actually think it adds to stackers ui/ux :)