Openvibe combines Mastodon, Bluesky and Nostr into one social app
Openvibe is a new social app merging Mastodon, Bluesky, Nostr, and Threads. It simplifies decentralized social networking, offering cross-posting and a user-friendly interface. Developed in the Czech Republic, it's free on iOS and Android, with plans for a desktop version and subscription model. The app addresses the challenge of interoperability in the open social web, catering to users seeking a unified experience amidst a fragmented landscape.
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Openvibe is a new social app that aims to simplify decentralized social networking by combining Mastodon, Bluesky, Nostr, and soon Threads into one platform. The app allows users to stay connected with friends and followers across these networks through a single interface, offering cross-posting capabilities. Openvibe's mission is to provide a user-friendly gateway to the open social web, addressing the challenge of different protocols that do not interoperate. The app is developed by a team based in the Czech Republic and is available for free on iOS and Android, with plans for a desktop version and a subscription model in the future. Openvibe's release comes amidst a growing need for tools to navigate the fragmented social web landscape, where various startups are challenging tech giants. The app's integration of different social networks and focus on user experience positions it as a simple aggregator for the open social web, catering to users seeking a unified social networking experience.
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