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?

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[+] 10_0@lemmy.ml 0 points 7 months ago* (last edited 1 month ago) (1 children)

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[–] sab@kbin.social 13 points 7 months ago (2 children)

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.world 3 points 7 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 points 7 months ago (1 children)

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@lemmy.ml 1 points 7 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.