Surf is an intriguing app combining elements from Bluesky, Mastodon, RSS feeds, and more into a unique experience. Acting as a browser for the fediverse, it’s a client for fediverse apps, a feed reader for any website or media, and a tool for creating curated content feeds. Following its extended beta, Surf launches officially on Thursday, initially for web users, with partners like The Verge collaborating on creating “social websites.” Users can sign up with Mastodon or Bluesky accounts, or both, to start curating content without worrying about the underlying protocols. Surf presents a new way to view federated social networks, offering diverse media views and a feed curated by people rather than algorithms. Despite some confusing aspects, Surf offers a fresh approach to interacting with the open social web, even if the platform itself is not permanent.
Flipboard Launches Surf: A New Social App and Feed Reader
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