Reviving Friendster: A New Chapter
- Purchased for $30k, Friendster has a new owner with big plans
- Apple App Store review guidelines sparked debate on mobile platform regulation
- New features and a potential shift to a PWA could revitalize the platform
Introduction
A recent purchase of Friendster for $30k has sparked interest in the forgotten social network. The new owner’s plans are still unclear, but forum voices have been weighing in on the potential for revival.
The Buzz Score
The Internet’s Verdict: 70% Hyped, 30% Skeptical
Forum Discussion
Some users are excited about the potential for a revamped Friendster, while others are skeptical. As one user noted:
> He said he would sell it to me for $40k. I offered $20k, which he refused but he said if I had any domain names generating ad revenue, we could do a deal of domains and cash.
Others are concerned about the limitations imposed by Apple’s App Store review guidelines:
> this failed Apple App Store review because of Guideline 4.2 — Design — Minimum Functionality. They said “the usefulness of the app is limited because it seems to be intended for a small, or niche, set of users.
Potential Solutions
Some users have suggested making Friendster a Progressive Web App (PWA) to increase accessibility:
> Make it QR code scanning instead of tapping so it can be a PWA. Make it a PWA. This will make it accessible to many more people.
Focus Keyword: Friendster Revival
