EDIT: Build 68 should also run on iOS 18
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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 usageAlt 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:
https://testflight.apple.com/join/Pkxa5R1kStay tuned.
#MastoBlaster #iOS #Fediverse #Mastodon #snac #snac2 #Akkoma #GoToSocial #ActivityPub #OwnYourData
@stefano on it
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@elettrona Hello Elena, your feedback is EXTREMELY precious! Feel free to send me anything you think could be fixed/improved and I'll do it. You can send me an email (stefano@dragas.it) or messages here - whatever you prefer. Thank you!
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@stefano @Linkshaender if it's too much hassle, I'll wait (or finally have a good reason to upgrade to 26 ;))
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@brozu Thanks. I'll try to see if it's possible or if some of the features I've used are 26+ only
@stefano thank you very much!
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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 usageAlt 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:
https://testflight.apple.com/join/Pkxa5R1kStay tuned.
#MastoBlaster #iOS #Fediverse #Mastodon #snac #snac2 #Akkoma #GoToSocial #ActivityPub #OwnYourData
@stefano congrats and it looks great! I’d be interested to test as well, but on iOS 18 like others.
By the way, what is snac?
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@stefano congrats and it looks great! I’d be interested to test as well, but on iOS 18 like others.
By the way, what is snac?
@nabeards I've just published build 68, minimum iOS version now lowered to 18.x - Foundation models (Apple Intelligence) will be affected.
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@stefano congrats and it looks great! I’d be interested to test as well, but on iOS 18 like others.
By the way, what is snac?
@nabeards ps: snac is https://codeberg.org/grunfink/snac2/
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@SamuraiSakura thank you for your feedback!
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@Linkshaender @FiLiS I just published build 68 - Minimum iOS version now lowered to 18.x - Foundation models (Apple Intelligence) will be affected. Now you can try it (please give me a feedback as I couldn't test it on 18.x devices). Thank you!
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@stefano thank you very much!
@brozu I just published build 68 - Minimum iOS version now lowered to 18.x - Foundation models (Apple Intelligence) will be affected. Now you can try it (please give me a feedback as I couldn't test it on 18.x devices). Thank you!
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@Linkshaender @FiLiS I just published build 68 - Minimum iOS version now lowered to 18.x - Foundation models (Apple Intelligence) will be affected. Now you can try it (please give me a feedback as I couldn't test it on 18.x devices). Thank you!
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@stefano awesome! Mille grazie!
I just sent two crash reports. The app crashed while authorizing and now refuses to start. -
@Linkshaender @FiLiS I'll check, thank you!
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@stefano awesome! Mille grazie!
I just sent two crash reports. The app crashed while authorizing and now refuses to start.@seiz I'll check, thank you!
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@seiz I'll check, thank you!
@stefano no hurry, take your time.
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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 usageAlt 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:
https://testflight.apple.com/join/Pkxa5R1kStay tuned.
#MastoBlaster #iOS #Fediverse #Mastodon #snac #snac2 #Akkoma #GoToSocial #ActivityPub #OwnYourData
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@brozu I just published build 68 - Minimum iOS version now lowered to 18.x - Foundation models (Apple Intelligence) will be affected. Now you can try it (please give me a feedback as I couldn't test it on 18.x devices). Thank you!
@stefano crashed during login, just after I selected the instance and authorized.
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@stefano crashed during login, just after I selected the instance and authorized.
@brozu Yes, there's a problem on iOS 18 - I'm looking into it and downloading the correct simulator to test it personally
Trying to get around the IC nightmare named „Liquid Glass“ (should have been „Liquid Grass“ 
) and hoping for iOS 27…
