HackerNoon Mobile App Review: Exploring Version 1.9 on a Xiaomi Redmi 1

Free education is abundant all over the Internet. It's the desire to learn that's scarce "Naval Ravikant"

Bonjour, Hello, Guten morgen, Chào buổi sáng,Hackers!

Sorry, it's not a language class 😄, but guess what? The new HackerNoon mobile app offers 12 languages with which you can explore a wealth of knowledge. Some of us are polyglots and we can now read and listen to amazing stories in the languages we understand best.

If it's your first time on the platform, my name's Verlaine, and I am a tech autodidact. I simplify complex tech topics by writing about them!

I’ve written 2 insightful reviews for the mobile app already, this is the 3rd.

Let's discover my favorite features together!

HackerNoon Mobile App v1.9 Features

Once you open the app, you’re met with amazing categories that provide you structure as explore a world of insights! it goes from product management to futurism and so much more.

All the beautiful icons are pixelated, the app makes me feel like I’m in the 90s!

Read on HackerNoon in 12 languages

12 languages! This is one of my favorite features of the updated app. Now, my mother can read all the articles that catch her eye in French! As a polyglot, I can read mine in English, French, German ...

I would love to see Swahili on the app someday. It's a beautiful language that HackeNoon should consider adding. There are millions of speakers in Africa and beyond the continent.

Polls on the HackerNoon Mobile App

Poll voting!

Now we can easily vote on the app for all the polls posted by Hackernoon.

Trending Stories on the HackerNoon App

Now it's easy to explore the most read stories when they trend on HackerNoon. At the top of your app’s home screen, trending stories have bigger icons, offering you more context as you scroll through 10 of the most engaged stories for the day.

Organizing Playlists on the HackerNoon App

With the latest update, you now can organize your playlist by dragging your stories into your preferred order. Imagine having 30 or even 50 stories saved – now you can arrange them exactly how you want!

HackerNoon offers this fantastic feature, allowing you to effortlessly prioritize your favorite stories. Isn't it amazing?

Translating Stories on the HackerNoon App

The latest update enhances your reading experience by allowing you access to stories in your preferred language. Simply select a flag, and the app will translate the story into your desired language. This feature is available for the most popular stories on the platform

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After choosing a flag I can read a story by Monica Freitas in French and the dark mode works once it's activated in the phone settings.

Writing on the HackerNoon App

Hackernoon has nailed it! 😄 Now, it's possible to write from the comfort of your bedroom on a cold day, wrapped in a warm blanket!

Feeling lazy? No worries! You don't need a laptop or desktop; just grab your phone and start writing an article to inspire the globe!

To start writing, simply click on the pixelized icon "New". The app will display all your published articles and drafts as a contributor! I'm truly awestruck by this feature.

I am currently writing this piece on the app!

I can write the title, add a feature image, story tags, and a summary of my story.

After writing a short part of my story, the app allowed me to save a draft, and I can submit it anytime I want!

Before submitting a story, the app displays the preview button, as well as options to save and submit the story.

Before hitting submit, I can preview my story for a clear picture of how it’d look when published.

Draft submitted! After which a mail was in my Inbox to notify me.

The app is responsive; what I write is exactly what I see when I preview my story. To be honest, the writing experience on the mobile app is interesting, and I will use my phone wherever I go, relying less on my desktop and laptop.

However, even great things could use some improvement. Here are some things I’d add to the HackerNoon App:

Suggested Features for the HackerNoon Mobile App

1. Include a word count feature in the app for contributors, allowing them to easily track their progress and ensure they meet the 500-word format or exceed it.
2. Implement a TLDR (Too Long; Didn't Read) feature in the writing settings of the app, enabling users to summarize their content for quick comprehension.
3. Introduce a multi-color pencil tool to highlight specific text segments while writing, enhancing organization and emphasis.
4. Incorporate the Swahili language into the app as it is widely spoken, extending accessibility to a broader audience beyond the African continent.
5. Enhance the code editor by providing users with the option to select their preferred programming language, catering to diverse coding needs.
6. Integrate bullet points and numbered lists functionality, facilitating structured and organized content creation.
7. Include an information note feature to explain details or provide additional context while writing, ensuring clarity and comprehensibility.

Conclusion

Whether you're on a plane, lounging at the beach with your favorite juice, or cozied up in your bedroom on a chilly day, the latest update empowers you to write and inspire the globe from anywhere!

This review is just the beginning, with more to come as I continue to explore the mobile app's features. Download the app today on the App Store and Google Play Store.