Comment on Big Tech Wants You Trapped. The Open Web Sets You Free
scripthook@lemmy.world 5 days ago
I tried Bluesky for while but honestly I like Mastadon and Lemmy better. I’m also testing LOOPS (tiktok replacement) which is from the same creator as Pixelfed. There’s something comforting using decentralized platforms that are safe from Government and Corporate intervention
If only we had more content not related to “look we’re free!”, “look Linux is freedom”, “free free free!”, “MAGA bad, but we’re independent and free!”, it would be even more awesome (not a pun to your side, just a piece of frustration)
Also, for those saying “create it yourself” - I do
What’s your impression of loops so far?
I’ve been underwhelmed, but I don’t know if that’s a platform issue or an adoption issue. Found a couple good accounts to follow, but I really want a block option to keep some accounts out of my “for you”
Content wise it’s underwhelming but it’s random videos. There’s more variety than Pixelfed which has an even smaller community. Eventually more trends will catch on to Lopps but I hope there’s more original content once it’s out of beta and public
will be hard without some algorithm. tiktok is useful for finding content that align with my interests
LOOPS
Where can I DL and try it?
loops.video You can download the Android APK or Download TestFlight for iOS to use it. You have to sign up first
Thanks.
Signed up for it, now awaiting activation.
MangoPenguin@lemmy.blahaj.zone 5 days ago
I like that it feels more like the web when I was younger, smaller communities usually with a more specific topic, run by a person or small group.