There is a new invite-only app called Airchat, created by well-known tech founders Naval Ravikant and Brian Norgard. It aims to revive the concept of audio-first social media, similar to Clubhouse but with a focus on voice notes rather than live streams. The app has attracted a high-profile user base, leading to FOMO among those unable to score invites. However, the user experience on Airchat can be noisy and confusing, with disjointed conversations and a lack of clear purpose. While some users are experimenting with creative uses of the audio format, the app’s long-term success remains uncertain given the history of similar audio-based social media platforms fading into obscurity.
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