Stefano Marinelli (@stefano@bsd.cafe)
After quite some time, Iโm 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:
โข snac-first by design, not "compatible by accident"
โข Works with all Mastodon API compatible software, including Mastodon, snac, GoToSocial, Akkoma, and others
โข EXIF stripping on upload (HDR and orientation preserved)
โข Optional on-device alt text generation via Apple Intelligence for your uploads and for images in your timeline
โข Markdown posting for snac
โข Granular notifications, grouping, multi-account
โข Blocking and moderation tools
โข 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:
https://testflight.apple.com/join/Pkxa5R1k
Stay tuned.
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