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> How do you think it's possible for an app appearing seemingly out of the blue to move so fast in such a crowded and mature market like social media? Has anyo
by CPLX 7y ago
> How do you think it's possible for an app appearing seemingly out of the blue to move so fast in such a crowded and mature market like social media?
Has anyone in this thread actually spent time watching Tim Tok videos and using the app?
It’s completely addictive, the content and dynamics of the app are great. It’s a really solid product and it’s not confusing why all the kids like it.
I mean I am totally open to the idea that there’s lots more going on and it’s a nuanced situation. But let’s start with the basic facts, it’s not confusing why it’s a giant hit.
- krageon 7y agoAnd it fills a niche that previously had other offerings in it, but that have since disappeared.
- unityByFreedom 7y ago> Has anyone in this thread actually spent time watching Tim Tok videos and using the app? I just looked at what's trending [1]. It's like Facebook on steroids, teenagers posting 10 second videos of me me me. The only thing you learn watching TikTok videos is how to get people's attention with 10 second videos. [1] https://www.tiktok.com/trending https://www.tiktok.com/trending
- dolessdrugs 7y agoTikTok is the first app where AI is the product. https://a16z.com/2018/12/03/when-ai-is-the-product-the-rise-of-ai-based-consumer-apps/ https://a16z.com/2018/12/03/when-ai-is-the-product-the-rise-...
- hos234 7y agoWhat's the Chinese Govt response to social media engament optimizing/addictive apps been? Do they recognize the dangers? Is there a digital well being movement happening?