News Summary

Flashes, a new photo-sharing app developed by Berlin-based Sebastian Vogelsang, has opened its beta phase. Built on the Bluesky social network’s AT Protocol, Flashes offers users an alternative to Meta’s platforms, facilitating the sharing of photos and short videos. The app filters Bluesky’s timeline for multimedia content and allows users to switch between their Bluesky feeds. Vogelsang aims to attract users who might not typically use Bluesky’s primary app. With 3,500 sign-ups within an hour of its launch, Flashes has seen substantial early interest. Vogelsang plans to integrate subscription features across his apps, including Flashes and Blue Screen, a forthcoming video-only app.