Fish: a tap essay

Fish: a tap essay

by Robin Sloan

38 ratings
79 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 21, 2012
  • June 20, 2018

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Explore the nuanced difference between internet 'liking' and genuine 'loving' through an interactive tap essay. This unique format uses typography, color, and surprises to present a heartfelt manifesto.

Interactive tap essay format
Explores internet liking vs. loving
Uses typography and color
Includes surprises
Short reading time
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What's New in Fish

2.0

June 20, 2018

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Fish was originally released in 2012. This is a new edition, recovered and remastered, for 2018 and beyond.

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Highly rewatchable

This 10-min long “tap essay” explores the difference between liking content and loving it, through a story of examining a fish until transcendence. It’s free and immeasurably valuable. I’ve reflected upon it countless times over the last 10 years.

Good words, like good food take time…

While I might be biased, it would seem no one reads for content anymore. Instead, articles are scanned for confirmation of opinions.

This essay takes a bit of work to enjoy. Challenge yourself; take a moment to enjoy pure communication.

Much thanks to the author, Robin Sloan.

Something pretty pure

There’s very little like this on the App Store, or in the tech world at large. We had it with Wordle, for a short time, but we all knew it wasn’t going to last. Bravo Robin, this is wonderful.

This is definitely worth downloading!

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I reread this every year

At least once a year sonething reminds me of this. I think I have had a copy on my phone since it was first released in 2012 and I’m so glad it got updated to fit newer ios versions. I highly recommend this as a short but deeply thought-out piece to consider what we do with our time and attention in the high speed “internet age.”
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FAQ

What is a 'tap essay'?

A tap essay is a new format for presenting an argument or story. It uses a series of taps to reveal content, incorporating typography, color, and unexpected elements to engage the reader and make its case.

What is the main topic of the essay?

The essay explores the distinction between passively 'liking' something online and genuinely 'loving' something. It's a heartfelt manifesto on the nature of digital appreciation and connection.

How long does it take to read?

The essay is designed to be short, taking approximately ten minutes to read, or even less for faster readers. It's ideal for a brief break, like during a coffee break or a train ride.

Is this app free to use?

Yes, this application is completely free to use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, allowing for an uninterrupted reading experience.

What kind of experience can I expect?

You can expect an engaging and thought-provoking experience. The tap essay format is designed to be interactive and visually interesting, using typography and color to enhance the message and surprise the reader.