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Re:Snapchat weighs what was once unthinkable: permanent snaps by gorkish on Monday January 28, 2019 @06:24PM (#19022107)
Please do not criticize the Gam-i-fied(TM) UI. Discovering core features is so fun! Here is a trophy for your unwavering loyalty!
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Re:Snapchat weighs what was once unthinkable: permanent snaps by kuhhk on Monday January 28, 2019 @07:08PM (#19022449)
Is that really what they’re doing or just sarcasm? (I’ve never used Snapchat)
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Re:Snapchat weighs what was once unthinkable: permanent snaps by matthall15 on Monday January 28, 2019 @07:22PM (#19022546)
That is really what they do. Certain actions (screenshots, video, etc) are rewarded with trophies accessible in the app.
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Re:Snapchat weighs what was once unthinkable: permanent snaps by xanth on Monday January 28, 2019 @11:54PM (#19023879)
The whole concept of fleeting pictures is designed to make you addicted, I refuse to get on board because I know I'll get sucked right in.
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