Initial TestFlight Release
Foam is now on TestFlight.
This is the first build we are putting in front of people outside of my own devices. It is iPhone-only for now, distributed through TestFlight, and it is still early. Android is coming soon.
The main thing we wanted to prove with this release is the core viewing loop: open the app, find a stream, get into chat, and have it feel closer to the desktop Twitch experience.
Foam already has 7TV, BetterTTV, and FFZ support, plus screens for following, search, top streams, settings, and live playback. The app is not finished, but the core offering is there now
The goal for this release is mostly feedback. I want to see where chat falls over, where stream loading feels flaky, which preferences people actually care about etc.
What's Included
- TestFlight distribution for iPhone only.
- Twitch browsing, search, followed channels, and top streams.
- Live stream playback with chat.
- 7TV emotes and paint support.
- BetterTTV and FFZ emote support.
- Preference toggles for making the app feel more comfortable day to day.
What's Next
The next few builds will be shaped by real usage rather than me guessing. The main things we are watching is chat performance, emote rendering, stream loading reliability, navigation friction, and general stability.
Android support is on the roadmap and coming soon. For now, the only supported build is the iPhone TestFlight.
If you want to try it, you can join here: Join the Foam TestFlight.