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Show HN: Tinder but it's only pictures of my wife and I can only swipe right (trytender.app)

1030 points by risquer · 370 days ago · 263 comments on HN

Article summary

The article discusses a custom-made app similar to Tinder, but with a twist: it only features pictures of the creator's wife, and the user can only swipe right. The creator plans to open-source the app, allowing others to add features. The app's development process involved the use of AI coding tools. The creator is considering various suggestions for the app's future development and potential monetization.

Main themes

  • App Development
  • AI and Machine Learning
  • Monetization Strategies
  • Trademark and Patent Concerns
  • Social Commentary
  • Open-Source Development
  • Humor and Satire

What commenters say

  • The app needs additional features, such as commenting and pickup lines, to make it more engaging.
  • Some commenters believe the app requires advanced AI features to gain traction, while others think it's unnecessary.
  • The app's potential for monetization is debated, with suggestions ranging from microtransactions to using AI-generated images.
  • There are concerns about the app's potential infringement on existing trademarks and patents, particularly those related to Tinder.
  • Some commenters see the app as a fun and refreshing idea, while others view it as possessive or potentially problematic.
  • The use of AI and blockchain/web3 technologies is seen as a potential way to enhance the app, but others think it's overhyped or unnecessary.
  • The app's open-source nature is seen as a positive aspect, allowing others to contribute and add features.
  • There are humorous suggestions for the app's monetization, including using AI-generated images or threatening to show users pictures of other people.