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The iOS 9 Content Blocker thread
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I dont understand why content blockers wont work on 32 bit devices, aside from forced obsolescence.
Did you even read the article? Nilay specifically said that the Verge had the ability to adapt. It seemed like a well thought out piece about the impacts this could have on the web at large, rather than whining about the impact on the Verge.
When you open the Crystal app, what is your Blacklist Version? It should be 4.
Ads have gotten out of control, and the sites have only themselves to blame.
Eventually the percentage of people using content blockers will increase and they will have to re-think their strategy of auto-playing, half page, animated gif gimmicks you care not for. Same thing happened with Pop Up ads in the 90's, who have since gone the way of the DoDo.
Eventually the percentage of people using content blockers will increase and they will have to re-think their strategy of auto-playing, half page, animated gif gimmicks you care not for. Same thing happened with Pop Up ads in the 90's, who have since gone the way of the DoDo.
I am pleased with Crystal thus far as well. I like the easy ability to report a website for addition to the list.
You know what? I didn't open the app until I read your post. I just went to Settings>Safari. It is 4 and now it's working.
I did not read it beyond the first couple of paragraphs, mostly because of the bickering that happened throughout the last couple of weeks, but I did now and I disagree with you. It’s a poorly written and overly dramatic piece and it clearly shows that the author, and The Verge by extension, just doesn’t get it or doesn’t care. They don’t get why people embrace blockers and they don’t engage with their generally tech-savvy readers on a truthful level. In this piece they mask the issue and even attempt to absolve themselves of their own responsibility by pointing the finger to “Silicon Valley” and by playing the victim. They don’t offer any solutions of their own. I am generally open to whitelist websites I like, but The Verge betrays that trust shamelessly.
Why do we need a poll? This is an information thread.
People should do their own research, make an informed decision, and then purchase the app that they believe best fits their needs. Looking at some forum poll should not even enter into the aforementioned equation, in my opinion.
There is no consensus. Many people are happy with Crystal, Blockr, and Peace, or a combination thereof. Crystal and Blockr are $0.99 USD. I believe Peace is $2.99 as is 1Blocker.
Purify has been briefly mentioned, albeit not as glowing as Crystal, for what its worth.
There will be many more content blockers coming to the app store. I am sure several of them will be free, if budget is tight at the moment.
If you like a site enough and its ads are not too bad without blocker then you can allow so you are supporting the site. It's sites that get carried away should be blocked.
so, which one is the best? this thread isn't clear...
Crystal or Peace? Or maybe 1Blocker or Purify??
Crystal or Peace? Or maybe 1Blocker or Purify??
So you support your favorite artists using drugs as well, because they're rock stars, right?
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All ads must die.
Crystal has made web browsing so pleasant. Sites load faster and I don't accidentally click on ads. Worth the $$$.
I might even upgrade my 5S just to use this app.
I might even upgrade my 5S just to use this app.
Crystal & Peace works for me. However the combination as long as pages load faster.. Works for me.
Many sites have guilt trips built in now. They detect ads arent being shown through javascript (by checking the DOM and if it's missing, flag it) and will either throw up a guilt banner or in the future, just blank out the page with a "We see you are blocking advertisements... These ads pay our bills..." type of message.
Hello. I have an iPhone 5S, but the Content Blocking tab is not showing up in Settings > Safari. Any idea why? All reports say it should work on this phone. Upgraded to iOS 9 yesterday. I must be missing some step. Thanks for any help.
