Why doesn't HN have a mobile app?

I think its much more convenient to access from a mobile app. My reddit usage grew massively when the reddit mobile came upto on par with other third party apps over last couple of years.

2 points | by kranirudha 3 hours ago

8 comments

  • al_borland 12 minutes ago
    I just use the browser, it works well enough for me. There are apps people have made.

    Without ads, the incentives aren’t such that they should want to drive excessive engagement.

  • vunderba 37 minutes ago
    You can just add the site to your home screen on Android / iOS - that addresses the convenience point IMHO.

    I’m also not sure how an HN app (buried among the trillions of other in the respective app store) would necessarily be any more "discoverable" than the site itself.

  • TimedToasts 2 hours ago
    If a mobile app results in higher Reddit-esque behavior then I'm permanently opposed to a mobile app.
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  • p1esk 1 hour ago
    What’s wrong with reading HN in a browser? What problem are you trying to solve?
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    • kranirudha 41 minutes ago
      I'm not solving anything. Was just wondering why it doesn't exist. Cause I find it more convenient on mobile.

      Mostly from discoverability and experience wise.

  • chistev 1 hour ago
    It doesn't need one?
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    • kranirudha 1 hour ago
      I'd argue in favor of it though. I understand that most folks here might not prefer it, but it does make it more accessible and convenient.
  • mac3n 3 hours ago
    > My reddit usage grew massively

    and that's a good thing?

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    • kranirudha 1 hour ago
      That's a good point. Bad for me I guess but should be good for product, no?

      I was thinking from a product standpoint, why wouldn't they want one if it increases usage.

  • Cider9986 1 hour ago
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