It seems like the FOSS community is continuing to grow, and FOSS apps keep getting better (Immich reallh blew my mind recently), which is a big win 😎 but there are still many apps I use that I would kill for an open source alternative. I am curious what you guys think? Are there any apps you’d love alternatives for?

  • sab@kbin.social
    13·
    8 months ago

    Let’s see if Loops can fill the gap. Not sure if an open source alternative could generate enough hype to be viable - maybe if TikTok is banned in the US or something.

    • SuperSynthia@lemmy.worldEnglish
      3·
      8 months ago

      Holy smokes! I was an avid TikTok person for music before they enshittified it with ads and the shop features. Can’t wait for Loops!

    • Jthyme@sh.itjust.works
      1·
      8 months ago

      My problem with Loops is the same problem I have with Pixelfed. They are both only maintained by the same one guy. No team, no support besides him. Its only a matter of time before they are dead in the water due to burnout or shifting interest.

      • Niquarl
        1·
        8 months ago

        Apparently it’s the same guy doing both from the headline. Didn’t read the article to be honest.

        Surely as it does have a user base somebody would take over in that case even as a fork for brand reasons or whatever.