Imagining Arc by The Browser Company Where are all the new features?
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Jul 23, 2024 Discover the intriguing connection between Arc's Sidebar and the Apple I. Hear about the decision to prioritize stability and performance this summer, reflecting on a year since the launch of Arc 1.0. The conversation dives into the vision for a simpler browsing experience and the idea of taking a 'blank page' approach. Enjoy insights into the purest version of Arc, and ponder whether the Sidebar or topbar is the way forward. Get ready for more of what users love, as the team invites community feedback to shape the future!
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Internal Development vs. External Perception
- The Browser Company is actively prototyping internally, indicating a dynamic development phase.
- Despite internal progress, there's a gap between the perceived external inactivity and the internal efforts.
Prioritize Performance and Stability
- Prioritize performance and stability, especially on Windows, by addressing crashes and bugs.
- Focus on fundamental user needs (Maslow's hierarchy) before introducing new features.
Growth Trajectory and Mass Adoption
- Despite Arc's growing user base (tripled since the beginning of the year), the current growth trajectory won't achieve mass adoption.
- The company aims to reach hundreds of millions of daily users, necessitating a strategic re-evaluation of the product.