I am not often impressed with new features that apps tell me about via a splash screen on launch, but the new... aaron.pk/n4__1

I am not often impressed with new features that apps tell me ...

I am not often impressed with new features that apps tell me about via a splash screen on launch, but the new Spotify playlist preview feature is pretty great.

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@aaronpk Is there a more effective, less intrusive way you'd prefer? Do you know of any examples?
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Replying to @CliftonB
@maxticket I think the problem is that I often don't open an app until I need it, so anything that gets in the way... aaron.pk/r4__1

Feb 8, 2015 路 7:41 PM UTC

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Replying to @aaronpk
@aaronpk Agreed. Desktop apps that try to update on launch are the worst. I'm interested in finding gentler update notification styles.
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@maxticket Maybe an indicator that a new version is available or that a new feature was launched rather than actually interrupting the app