gagewhyldsNov 30, 2022
Ivory by Tapbots 
Hello people of the Fediverse! Some of you may have heard that a new Mastodon client, Ivory,  is in development for iOS (and Mac!). This is true! Tapbots is going all in on Mastodon and we hope this place continues to grow and thrive. Tweetbot will continue to be developed alongside Ivory as a lot of code is shared. A new Mac version of Tweetbot and Ivory are also currently in development and we are working hard on getting those towards a public beta state.
Nov 30, 2022 at 5:23pmWeb
Show threadIvory by Tapbots Nov 30, 2022

We're currently testing an alpha version of Ivory for iOS. As we continue to make progress we will expand access to it. Just follow this account and @tapbots to hear about it first!

We truly appreciate all the love and support in this community! Here’s an XDR-sized desktop background (wallpaper) to hold you over. 🐘
https://d.pr/i/5DCEcP

ivory_desktop.png

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Show threadDoug TabaccoNov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots This is deeply exciting news.
Show threadDLTQNov 30, 2022
@tapbots @ivory Looking forward to trying it out, and seeing your design principles and choices in action! Good luck with the alpha! ✨
Show threadShane QiNov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots How exciting! Let me know when I can help with testing.
Show threadNyaa Nov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots Are there any images of the UI available for public to see yet?
Show threadcaptgoodhopeNov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots @LibreNyaa Check macrumors.com
Show threadcalc.exeDec 2, 2022
@LibreNyaa @ivory @tapbots
Show threadFrank AdlerNov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots exciting news! More than happy to help testing it :)
Show threadBill ChildersNov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots Looking forward to this! Love Tweetbot and your other apps, so this is going to be a very welcome addition.
Show threadJim Nov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots How about a model of the Ivory mastodon for 3D printing? That might give us something to admire while the software takes shape.
Show threadEinmeisterNov 30, 2022
@tapbots @ivory This is exiting! 😁
Show threadRob Naaijkens Nov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots great news!
Show threadTodd VaziriNov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots This is super exciting. Can't wait!
Show threadJohn KordybackNov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots
Tweetbot has been my app of choice for years. Now I’m looking forward to Ivory. Thank you.
Show threadErik AblesonNov 30, 2022
@ivory
I’ve been a happy Tweetbot user for years and am looking forward to your skills being applied to my new life in the #fediverse
Show threadClaireNov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots looking forward to hearing more and giving it a try in the future! You always do great work 🐘
Show threadBenstNov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots Will it run on Big Sur or is that too old?
Show threadPhilNov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots if you need another tester, I’m the tester for you!
Show threadArthur RosaNov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots this is awesome news! can’t wait!
Show threadReese Armstrong Nov 30, 2022
@tapbots @ivory is there any way I can take part in the alpha?
Show threadKurt von Moos Nov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots that’s AWESOME! Will you be allowing beta testing via TestFlight?
Show threadJoshua HürzelerNov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots Hopefully NO Subscription. There you do not have the excuse of the ongoing cost of the api like twitter due its free of charge on mastodon. So I rather want one time payment and hate apps with subscriptions. For tweetbot I made a excuse and understood it with the reason twitter API usage costs. If you will add subscription to Ivory I won't consider it...
Show threadGilgameshDec 5, 2022
@ivory @tapbots @joshuabeny1999 do you want one perfect version and no updates or improvements. Development isn't free you know.
Show threadJoshua HürzelerDec 5, 2022
@tapbots @ivory @gilgamesh I know. But I rather pay once and have a great app. Maybe updates fist few years for bug fixes, etc. And then maybe all few years a new version which will be a small fee for upgrade. Like good notes or Affinity.
Show threadJoshua HürzelerDec 5, 2022
@ivory @gilgamesh @tapbots Or a Model like Apollo. Essential features like posting are an one time fee for the pro version. If you want theming, more custom icons, notifications (which need servers), and more nice to have feature you could get a subscription. So anyone could decide what he want. Pay once or subscriptions for more nice to have features. there is also a possibility to have the Ultra as one time fee, but which is a rather high price of 4years
Show threadGilgameshDec 5, 2022
@ivory @tapbots @joshuabeny1999 those are much better options. But only proposing a one time payment of a few credits would not be sustainable.
Show threadRyan HydeNov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots super excited to get to try this. I had to cancel my Tweetbot subscription because, well, you know.
Show threadFR_JessNov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots Can't wait! I’m a early adopter of Tweetbot on both iOS and MacOS and those are my favorites app. I hope the alpha or beta version will be available for some of us.
Show threadSam GrossNov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots count me excited
Show threadXenoPhage Nov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots Do you need testers perchance?
Show threadJannis Schakarian ✅Nov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots When and where is the right place to sign up for beta testing?
Show threadBrennan StehlingNov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots Please incorporate a feature to direct users to support their server. I voluntarily donate $3/mo for my server and expect if it was easy more would do this and this new ecosystem will thrive.
Show threadHeather MigliorisiNov 30, 2022
@ivory @tapbots - happy to beta test.
Show threadChris Gervais 🎸🥁💻Dec 1, 2022
@ivory @tapbots Want. Cannot wait to try it!
Show threadChris Gervais 🎸🥁💻Dec 1, 2022
@ivory @tapbots Want. Cannot wait to try it!
Show threadJared GreenoDec 1, 2022
@ivory @tapbots i look forward to it. still use birdsite through tweetbot.
Show threadKevin MillerDec 1, 2022
@ivory @tapbots this makes me so happy. I’ve been a dedicated customer for years. Happy to keep giving you my money.
Show threadBiancaDec 1, 2022
@tapbots @ivory Ooooh oooh ooooh! 🤚🏽Oooh pick me! Pick me! I’d love to be a beta tester. I’m a faithful TweetBot user until recently when I made the migration here.
Show threadDan LiebkeDec 1, 2022
@ivory @tapbots I suspect this might be too hard but as somebody still with a foot in both camps, I’d be delighted to have the option of some kind of blended Twitter/Mastodon timeline.
Show threadKevin SpencerDec 1, 2022

@ivory @tapbots

Really looking forward to this.

Show threadChris TurnerDec 1, 2022
@ivory @tapbots TAKE MY MONEY
Show threadKevanDec 1, 2022
@ivory Maybe if that had a description of the layout, I'd ask to try it. However I'm blind and use screen readers which don't yet describe images reliably.
Can you please consider adding VoiceOver support when developing your app for iOS? That's what blind iOS users use. Here's a link from Apple which is aimed at developers to add VoiceOver support.
https://developer.apple.com/documentation/accessibility/supporting_voiceover_in_your_app
Apple Developer Documentation

Show threadEvan K. StoneDec 9, 2022

@kev @ivory
Awesome feedback.

I'm saving this because I want to remember it as I design and work on the apps I am currently developing.

As iOS developers we should be making sure that our apps are accessible and easy to use for everyone.

Thank you! 💯 ❤️

Show threadaksieDec 1, 2022
@ivory @tapbots I am a loooong time tweetbot user, would love to help test Ivory!
Show threadForeignSubstance ✅Dec 1, 2022
@ivory @tapbots I think a mistake to target only iOS. I assume/hope that is not the case.
Show threadScottDec 1, 2022
@ivory @tapbots I’d happily test an alpha version! (Please?)
Show threadFrasierDec 1, 2022
@ivory @tapbots can’t wait
Show threadAndy FragenDec 1, 2022
@ivory @tapbots awesome news! Can’t wait for the Test Flight to open.
Show threadAnthony CastelliDec 1, 2022
@ivory @tapbots I'm ready! If you need any other alpha testers, please let me know!
Show threadTruheNov 30, 2022
@ivory Tweetbot, Netbot and now Tootbot! 😃
Show threadeobetNov 30, 2022
@truhe @ivory Tootbot is a much better name, as Ivory can have negative connotations…
Show threadLieberoNov 30, 2022

@eobet @truhe @ivory negative connotations like diamonds, gold, and such?

Isn't that a little stretched?

Show threadMr. Funk E. Dude 🍑💨Nov 30, 2022

@liebero3 @eobet @truhe @ivory I was thinking more as in "Poaching". Not wealth.

I like "Tootbot" as well.

Show threadRandom ParticipationNov 30, 2022
@liebero3 @eobet @truhe @ivory A big difference is that diamonds and gold aren’t obtained by effectively murdering an innocent animal.
Show threadLieberoDec 1, 2022
@NailClippings @truhe @eobet @ivory Right, but they are obtained by child labor including deaths
Show threadAccordionBruceNov 30, 2022

@eobet @truhe @chrispeters @ivory
It is illegal to cross international borders carrying #ivory. I know people who have had antique musical instruments destroyed because of this

At minimum there would need to be a significant financial support and advocacy for #elephant and #rhino #conservation

Then the name might not encourage the illegal ivory trade by positive association

Otherwise you’re practically naming your app after Illegal #poaching

#environment #wildlife

Show threadAccordionBruceNov 30, 2022

@eobet @ivory
I’m a longtime #Tweetbot user, But not sure if I’d buy an app named #ivory without thinking about it

The opportunity for supporting campaigns against poaching would certainly help

Show threadJim RichardsonDec 1, 2022

@ivory I agree with the many people who've said that Ivory is a poorly chosen name. Tweetbot is great and I'd enjoy a Mastodon app from the same developers, but not one called Ivory.

Here's a couple of reasons why:

"25 March 2021 (IUCN) - Following population declines over several decades due to poaching for ivory and loss of habitat, the African forest elephant (Loxodonta cyclotis) is now listed as Critically Endangered and the African savanna elephant (Loxodonta africana) as Endangered on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™."
https://www.iucn.org/news/species/202103/african-elephant-species-now-endangered-and-critically-endangered-iucn-red-list

"Each year, at least 20,000 African elephants are illegally killed for their tusks. A decade-long resurgence in demand for elephant ivory, particularly in parts of Asia, has fueled this rampant poaching epidemic."
https://www.worldwildlife.org/initiatives/stopping-elephant-ivory-demand

@AccordionBruce @eobet

African elephant species now Endangered and Critically Endangered - IUCN Red List

Gland, Switzerland, 25 March 2021 (IUCN) - Following population declines over several decades due to poaching for ivory and loss of habitat, the African forest elephant (Loxodonta cyclotis) is now listed as Critically Endangered and the African savanna elephant (Loxodonta africana) as Endangered on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™. Before today’s update, African elephants were treated as a single species, listed as Vulnerable; this is the first time the two species have been assessed separately for the IUCN Red List, following the emergence of new genetic evidence.

IUCN
Show threadAccordionBruceDec 1, 2022

@jimrhiz @ivory @eobet
20,000 #Elephants killed every year

By 2040 the #Elephant would be extinct because of #Ivory

It’s like naming a product #BloodDiamonds. Kind of cool maybe, but you are linking yourself to atrocity

Maybe an international campaign against your product will help create pressure for governments like mine to ban the trade:
https://janegoodall.ca/take-action/ivory-free-canada/

#IvoryFreeCanada

But it’s not an app I could buy with that name

Ivory Free Canada

Support a federal ivory ban, once and for all.

Jane Goodall