I saw yesterday that Loom.com (which has just been acquired for $1bn) launched on Product Hunt back in 2016 and got 3k downloads in 36hrs. We ve been building SigmaOS for nearly 2.5 years now, and have done three launches:
- first launch (SigmaOS) = 2k downloads within the first 24hrs
- second launch (Lazy Search) = 1k downloads within the first 24hrs
- third launch (SigmaOS 1.0) = 4k downloads within the first 24hrs Would be super interested to hear what results other startups have seen?
When it comes down to hardware my X feed is filled with two types of designs.
Retro/nostalgic 2000's hardware that was defined by Gameboy translucent purples, Colorful macs, Sony's beautiful eclectic electronics, and embracing colors that pop like pink, purple, and orange.
Sleek, modern, simple designs like the @Humane AI pin, @Limitless, @Friend, or the @omi.
I personally miss the fun days where consumer tech was wacky. Think Tamagotchi, Mini Clips, PSPs, and clear-shelled devices. I do see some like @Burner that have brought back some fun design but I'm curious... what does everyone think? Should we bring back the weird or embrace the sleek, simple, and modern?
As a first-time founder gearing up for my first launch, I found myself getting overwhelmed by all the moving parts. To keep my sanity, I started building out a super-detailed checklist.
Lately, I ve been reflecting on the quiet fear that, as AI tools become better at creating art, writing, and design, creativity itself might lose its meaning.
It feels like a valid concern because:
AI can produce beautiful art and music faster than a human ever could,
Many creative fields are shifting from original creation to "curating" or "editing" AI outputs,
Instant generation often replaces slow, imperfect human exploration,
Younger generations are growing up with AI co-creation as the norm, not the exception.
I wonder: Will true creativity still matter when "good enough" is instantly available?
On Wednesday, October 4th, we're having a live conversation with @nimrodkramer, daily.dev's CEO to learn more about his experience. What questions do you have for him? You can sign up here: https://lu.ma/uuelk9ip