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  1. Stefano Marinelli @[email protected] ·

    EDIT: Build 68 should also run on iOS 18.x but it currently crashes. I'll see if I can fix it.

    After quite some time, I’m finally ready to share this.

    MastoBlaster is now available in public testing on TestFlight.

    It is a lightweight, privacy-first Fediverse client for iOS, built around a simple idea: fast, small, predictable behavior, and first-class support for snac.

    What makes it different:
    • snac-first by design, not "compatible by accident"
    • Works with all Mastodon API compatible software, including Mastodon, snac, GoToSocial, Akkoma, and others
    • EXIF stripping on upload (HDR and orientation preserved)
    • Optional on-device alt text generation via Apple Intelligence for your uploads and for images in your timeline
    • Markdown posting for snac
    • Granular notifications, grouping, multi-account
    • Blocking and moderation tools
    • Very small footprint, very low RAM usage

    Alt text generation happens entirely on device via Apple APIs on supported hardware. Nothing is sent to external services.

    It is built around my own workflow and priorities. It may not be for everyone, and that is perfectly fine.

    Important note:
    MastoBlaster will always be free for BSD Cafe users, illumos Cafe users, and for anyone connecting to a snac instance, including self-hosted ones.

    The app is already usable, but this is still a test phase. I am looking for feedback, bug reports, and real-world usage insights.

    TestFlight link:
    testflight.apple.com/join/Pkxa

    Stay tuned.

    #MastoBlaster #iOS #Fediverse #Mastodon #snac #snac2 #Akkoma #GoToSocial #ActivityPub #OwnYourData

    #mastoblaster #ios #fediverse #mastodon #snac #akkoma
  2. Stefano Marinelli @[email protected] ·

    Yesterday I submitted the first "public" build of MastoBlaster to Apple, and it is now under review. Once it's approved, I'll share the link with a few people for testing and gradually expand the beta as we go.

    The goal is to provide a public beta to the entire Fediverse before the official release, so everyone can try it out. I've already been using it as my primary app for several days and, aside from a few bugs I still need to fix, it’s working well.

    Stay tuned!

    #StayTuned #MastoBlaster #iOS #Fediverse

    #staytuned #mastoblaster #ios #fediverse