# Pulse for Hacker News — Clean, fast, and open-source

> Clean, fast, and open-source (iPhone/iPad app by Dong Sian Lin.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pulse-for-hacker-news/id6504872454 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Dong Sian Lin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1754164176)
- Category: News, Books
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.3 · 38 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2024-06-27
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pulse-for-hacker-news/id6504872454/reviews.md

## What is Pulse for Hacker News?

Welcome to Pulse for Hacker News, the dedicated, high-performance client for the world’s most insightful tech community.

Stop settling for slow, cumbersome interfaces. Pulse for Hacker News is engineered from the ground up to be the fastest, smoothest, and most dependable way to read, comment on, and track your favorite discussions across all your devices.

- Extreme Fluidity and Speed

Our primary focus is performance. Pulse for Hacker News delivers an "extreme fluidity" that transforms your reading experience:

Instant Loading: Articles and comment threads load instantly, minimizing wait times and maximizing consumption.

Buttery Smooth Scrolling: Navigate even the longest comment threads and front pages without a single stutter.

Resource Optimized: Designed to be lightweight, preserving your battery life while delivering maximum speed.

 - Transparently Open Source

We believe in transparency and community contribution. Pulse for Hacker News isn't just a reader; it's a public project built by the community, for the community.

Trust and Security: You can inspect every line of code. There are no hidden trackers, no excessive permissions, and absolutely no ads. Your reading is your own.

Community Driven: Found a bug? Have an idea for a feature? Our open-source model means you can contribute directly or influence the roadmap. We listen to our users.

Contribute Today: Find our complete source code on GitHub (https://github.com/jarvislin/HackerNews-KMP).

 - Modern Design, Essential Features

Pulse for Hacker News strips away the distractions and focuses on what matters: the content. Enjoy a suite of features designed to enhance readability and productivity:

Intuitive Navigation: Easily switch between the Top, New, Best, and Ask HN feeds with a simple tap.

Readability Mode: Open external articles in a clean, stripped-down view for distraction-free reading.

Powerful Comment Threading: Clearly organized comment sections with easy-to-use collapse/expand options to follow conversations effortlessly.

Cross-Device Consistency: Whether you’re on iOS or another platform, enjoy a consistent, reliable experience.

Adaptive Themes: Choose between beautiful Dark, Light, and AMOLED modes to suit your environment and preferences.

Why Download Pulse for Hacker News?

If you are a serious Hacker News user who values privacy, speed, and a modern, reliable interface, Pulse for Hacker News is the perfect client for you. It’s an ad-free commitment to making the world’s best tech content accessible, fast, and completely transparent.

Download Pulse for Hacker News now and join the community that's building the future of the mobile reading experience.


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.0 — 2026-06-01

Bug Fixes
  - Fixed a crash that occurred on the second app launch
  - Fixed a crash when opening an article
  - Fixed a crash caused by unexpected data type in reading history
  - Fixed unstable UI state during navigation

Improvements
  - Unified loading and pull-to-refresh indicator for a more consistent experience
  - Improved back button behavior when browsing articles in the built-in web view

Under the Hood
  - Updated dependencies
  - Internal architecture improvements

### 1.3.1 — 2025-11-29

Updated app icon.

### 1.3.0 — 2025-11-22

1. Added a new About page with app info and open-source licenses
2. New share sheet for sharing article links and comments

### 1.2.0 — 2025-11-05

1. Comments are now collapsible for easier navigation.
2. “Seen” status on posts is now saved across app launches.
3. Added edge-to-edge display for a more immersive experience.

### 1.1.0 — 2024-07-03

1. Added support for swipe gestures.
2. Fixed Text padding issue.

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