Loops is a Fediverse TikTok alternative by the creator of Pixelfed. We try the app out for a spin, and give our honest thoughts.

Loops aims to be an open Fediverse alternative to TikTok, Snapchat, and Vine. We take an early look at the app, and talk about what it’s like!

  • fmstrat@lemmy.nowsci.comEnglish
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    1 month ago

    The problem with Peertube, IMO, is you can’t just “join”.

    Pick an instance, it’s locked down. I get it, hosting others video content is costly and dangerous, but it’s also a huge barrier.

    • Kichae@lemmy.caEnglish
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      1 month ago

      It’s best use case is self-hosting by established creators funded primarily by patreon subscribers, rather than new creators. But established creators won’t abandon the platform with their viewers. So, it’s a bit of a jam.

      Fediverse platforms also just seem terribly uninterested in supporting creatives’ business models, so we get a high minded desert.