Jan 15
Rumors have swirled for some time about the fact that Facebook might be developing a Flipboard-style news reader. Now, a report from re/code suggests that the social network might launch such a service, called Paper, this month.
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Aug 29
Digg was ready with a Reader-enabled iOS app in time for a rush of Google Reader exiles, but it left Android users looking for alternative newsreaders. That void is now filled with the launch of the company’s Android app. The Android build closely matches its iOS counterpart, with support for Digg’s own news, RSS feed subscriptions and sharing to both read-it-later apps as well as social networks. Just be aware of a few rough patches — this release is missing background updates, some display options and an unread-only filter. If you can live without those features in the short term, though, you can grab the Digg app through Google Play.
Filed under: Cellphones, Mobile
Via: Digg Blog
Source: Google Play
Aug 29
When Instapaper got acquired, its new owners swore they wouldn’t let it go stale. Now, we’re seeing the first wave of changes roll out since the save-and-read-later tool changed hands, starting with a complete overhaul of its web interface. Instapaper’s new website still remains simple — good thing, because that’s part of its charm — but borrows design elements from its iOS and Android apps. In the next few weeks, Betaworks (the company that now owns Instapaper as well as Digg), will also unleash revamped mobile apps, improved browser extensions and a handful of new features. Whether these Instapaper updates can insta-entice people to switch from Pocket and other competitors remains to be seen, but hit the source links if you’d like to give the tool a shot.
Filed under: Cellphones
Via: The Verge
Source: Betaworks, Instapaper
Aug 26
Feedly Pro now available to everyone, offers a ‘more powerful’ reader for a fee
Posted in: Today's Chili
Feedly’s popularity increased massively with the news of Google Reader being put out to pasture, so much so that it figured it wouldn’t be such a bad idea to introduce a paid version of its RSS service. Therein Feedly Pro was born. Now, after being available to a limited amount of people, Feedly Pro is opening its doors to everyone, provided folks are willing to fork over the $5 per month or $45 per year for the extra functionality. Here’s what those fees will get you in return: more search options within feeds, one-click integration with Evernote and Pocket, premium customer support and, lastly, HTTPS support to keep things vastly more secure. According to Feedly, additional features will be coming regularly to Feedly Pro in order to bring more productivity tools to users and, perhaps more importantly, make itself sustainable going forward.
Filed under: Internet
Source: Feedly
Aug 14
Digg’s mobile-optimized Reader and iOS app both get updates today, with an Android app promised shor
Posted in: Today's ChiliDigg’s mobile-optimized Reader and iOS app both get updates today, with an Android app promised shortly. And whichever device you use, you’ll now have the option of only showing unread folders and feeds. [Digg]
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Aug 14
Couple of updates for those who like their Digg on the go. First up is the revamp of the social news aggregator’s iOS app. Using the latest version, you can view stories by unread items only and delete feeds from directly within the app. Scrolling has been improved as well, and the offering now has support for Readability. Digg Reader’s getting a boost as well, with optimization on the mobile site “captur[ing] the look and feel” of the iOS app, according to Digg. There’s also full support for sites like YouTube and SoundCloud via HTML5. More info can be excavated in the source link below.
Filed under: Storage, Internet
Via: The Next Web
Source: Digg
Aug 05
Feedly goes Pro: $5 per month for better search, security and more (update: sold out)
Posted in: Today's Chili
Log into your free ‘n easy Feedly RSS service this morning and you may be offered the opportunity to make it less free, but potentially even easier to use. An upgrade to Feedly Pro will normally cost $5 per month or $45 per year, but it’s also currently be sold for $99 with a lifetime membership for the first 5,000 claimants. In return, the cloud-based reader promises the following:
- Https support to “add a layer of security to your Feedly browsing”
- Article search that allows you to search “within your Feedly feeds”;
- Evernote integration that enables one-click saving of an article to a selected notebook;
- Premium support, which means upgraders will “get bumped to the front of the support line” if they need a hand.
And there we have it. An inevitable move on Feedly’s part, no doubt, though we can’t help but remember the days when it made us all feel special.
Update: Those 5,000 limited editions are all gone. The outfit has set its sights on unleashing the full-on pro version “in a few weeks” thanks to the funds raised.
Source: Feedly
Jul 02
Right on schedule, Google’s popular Reader site has gone offline. Visitors are now greeted with an apology message of sorts, along with a warning that data will be permanently deleted after 12PM PST on July 15th. In the meantime, you can use Google Takeout to download a copy of your subscription info, including lists you follow, starred items and notes. In fact, now might be an excellent time to snag data from other sites — you never know when Mountain View will opt to “sunset” your other beloved services, too.
Source: Google
Jul 01
RIP: Google Reader
Posted in: Today's Chili
We hope you’ve had time to say your goodbyes, because Google Reader bows out today, ending its eight-year existence. The search giant gave a two-month warning, with many users incensed that they’d be losing their defacto RSS reader — their favorite way to absorb news and internet goings-on. We’d like to hear why Reader managed to pull in such a devoted following, so leave us your memories in the comments below and let us know which service you’ve moved your feeds to, because some of us haven’t decided yet.
Jun 28
As we stand on the precipice of the shutdown of Google Reader the search for replacement RSS clients is more frantic than ever, and now Digg has opened access to its app for any users interested. Currently available on the web and as an iOS app (Android coming soon), importing ones Google account is just a few mouse clicks away. The experience as it exists now is pretty barebones, and Digg says it plans to add a “View unread items only” option, “Mark as unread” button and the always crucial “accurate” unread counts for feeds and folders in the near future. Hit the source link below to give it a shot, and then let us know if it’s a contender for the throne.
Source: Digg Blog
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