As the holiday season unfolds, Bluesky, the popular decentralized social media platform, gifts its users a significant update with version 1.60. This latest release brings about a transformative redesign, featuring a new butterfly logo, and a major shift in the platform’s accessibility, allowing public access to posts without the need for logging in.
Bluesky’s New Butterfly Logo Takes Flight
Gone are the days of the old blue sky adorned with white clouds. Bluesky has embraced change with a new butterfly logo, symbolizing transformation and the platform’s evolution. The decision was influenced by users organically using the butterfly emoji to represent their Bluesky identities. The logo now comes in two variations – a blue butterfly on a white background and a white butterfly on a blue background.
In a blog post, Bluesky expressed the significance of the butterfly: “The butterfly speaks to our mission of transforming social media into something new.”
Public Posts: Open to All
One of the major updates is the shift towards increased accessibility. Bluesky now allows public visibility for posts, profiles, and user searches without the need for logging in. This change encourages users to share their content more widely within the Bluesky community. However, for those who prefer a more private experience, the option to opt out is available in the Moderation tab.
Customization Options and Open Network Dynamics
Acknowledging diverse preferences, Bluesky emphasizes the flexibility of its open network. Users disliking the butterfly logo can look forward to potential alternatives as the post suggests, “Maybe you like birds more. Well, someone could build BirdSky, and you could switch to using that and still be in the same network, still have the same friends, and still see the same posts.”
Additional Features: RSS Feeds and Bug Fixes
The 1.60 update introduces RSS feeds for profiles, allowing users to access their posts conveniently through RSS feed readers. Additionally, the company has addressed several bugs, enhancing the overall user experience.
As Bluesky continues to evolve, these updates reaffirm its commitment to providing a dynamic and customizable social media experience for its users.
