Roost, a 'slow-cial' application designed to counteract the fast-paced nature of modern online culture, has unexpectedly grown to 300,000 users. The app enforces a deliberate delay in communication, mimicking the speed of a carrier pigeon, which resonates with users seeking a digital detox.
Background
The rise of 'slow social' platforms reflects a growing consumer fatigue with instant gratification and constant connectivity on mainstream social networks.
- Source
- TechCrunch
- Published
- Jul 9, 2026 at 03:22 AM
- Score
- 6.0 / 10