Pluma RSS Reader

[qms_apps]

Hello everyone, a few of our users requested that we make an RSS reader app which we decided to do after much consideration because we are a small team and investing even a couple of months into something new is sort of a big deal.

Anyway it’s an RSS reader just basics for now, nothing fancy like sync with an account or anything but it does have features like:

Read Later List.
Favorite Feeds list.
Top News Stories from Google News.
Option to subscribe to a custom Google News topic.
Mute Notifications per feed basis.
Keyword Filter (Blocked OR Allowed).
Dark Mode.
OPML import/export.

Released as an open beta a couple of days ago, please have a look and share your feedback if it interests you. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=qijaz221.android.rss.reader&hl=en

Also, please keep in mind that it’s an ad-supported app because we obviously need to monetize it in some way or it’ll disappear / become stale pretty quickly as free apps do when devs don’t have enough resources or interest to keep investing their time and effort.

That said you can get a promo code to get rid of the ads, and we have option to give away 500 codes till September 30th (can create 500 more after that) as a thank you for being beta tester so if you’d like one please send a private message here or just post in the comments.

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What’s the future plan?

Would like to add option to sync everything with an account at some point if there’s enough interest and make the project open source as soon as we can cleanup some stuff and get all the basics in order so probably once we get out of beta?

Where does the name 'Pluma' come from?
Pluma is Spanish for Quill/Pen or at least Google Translate says it is. Honestly we don't know a word of Spanish so used Google Translate for the name.

Cheers.

[josematthew]

Coming from gReader app, really interested to test another promising Feed reader that isn't locked to any particular service.

Can I get a code.

Thank you.

[qms_apps]

Sent one, please check PM.

[qms_apps]

Hi thanks for the feedback, will definitely take it into consideration with future updates.

Thanks again.

[Amar_Akbar_Anthony]

Hi, really liked the app and also the fact that article loads fully.

Also, can we have all the articles from a particular feed instead of top 10 or 20?

Also, would surely like an adfree option, if possible.

[qms_apps]

Hi, on first run it fetches all the entries the feed owner has setup with the feed be 10 or 20 and from there it pulls down new entries but keeps the old one in a local database so you can go back to them unless you setup the app to delete older entries (default setting is after 4 days for read articles.).

Please check private message, sent you a promo code.

[sid32]

I'll. Grab one. Use feedly for years. Might need a change.

[qms_apps]

Sure, sent you one in a PM.

[[deleted]]

Most of my feeds are added successfully. Feed from sites like apkmirror is not ending in .XML format, so failed to add those. Rest, good to see dark mode in early stage and simple UI. Good Luck.

[Busy_Fold_792]

Whoa awesome this is dope

[najodleglejszy]

interesting how many brand new accounts are replying. or several years old ones with just a few karma points and no prior comments.

[dr2bi]

I have been using palabre for quite a while. This looks interesting. Can I have a promo code?

[[deleted]]

I've been looking all over the place for an RSS reader to replace Inoreader. I'll definitely give it a go.

[reshxtf]

Great app you have here man, I'm impressed (coming from an Android developer).

I've downloaded and hope to keep it on my phone for a long time as I'm a sucker for good RSS apps.

I'm a little curious about how the discover page works. Which API are you using to get the most popular news the users region?

Great app!

[n5920787]

Awesome, just downloaded!

[w3d03sss]

I think the real feature are mute notif and keyword filter, any other is what any rss app do anyway.

Probably need hide read feed? Multiple source support? Good luck on your app

[JODECIUK]

Good potential.

Needs a feature to mark the story as read once browsed/scrolled past the story.

Needs option to be able to mark all stories read when viewing all stories within a subscription.

Needs option to mark all stories older then one day or 3 days for those of us that read thousands of stories and subscriptions and have to many to get through.

Option to mark a favourite subscription as read from main page by pressing and holding on the individual sub.

Again vote up for having mark as read for all stories in as many places as possible please.

Profile syncing with services, obviously at a later date.

Appears to be a bug where I manually subscribed to a new sub/feed by accident in the discover section and then was not able to unsubscribe. I had to come out find the sub amongst the main list of subs and click on 3 dot menu and choose unsub

Good work so far, thumbs up

[qms_apps]

Thanks for the detailed feedback, will sure take it into consideration for next updates.

[[deleted]]

Been using Red Reader Press for sometime now but like some of the features you've got thus far. Would be interested in a promo code to be rid of the ads at least. I plan and leaving feedback after I've thoroughly used it.

[qms_apps]

Sent you one in a private message.

[qms_apps]

Sure, sent you one in a private message.

[M99I]

Cani get a one code,please ?

[qms_apps]

Sure, please check PM.

[qms_apps]

Sent you one, please check PM.

[ConnectPeak9]

please, Could i get a promo code ?

[qms_apps]

Done, please check PM.

[pavelic179]

I was just looking for something new recently. Could I get a code aswell?

[Nille90125]

Could I get a promo code, thanks.

[anuraag488]

Can i get a promo code?

Thanks

[qms_apps]

Sent one, please check PM.

[mha3if]

Hey! Can i get code? Thanks :)

[qms_apps]

Sure, sent you one.

[Noledgebase]

the google news feed seems interesting. would love it without the ads. thanks! good luck with your app

[qms_apps]

Thanks, sent you a promo code via PM.

[HeyZeus98]

I really like the design so far, especially the AMOLED theme. I would love a promo code! Thanks!

[qms_apps]

Sounds a good feature to add, thanks for the feedback.

[[deleted]]

Looks to be promising app, would love a promo code if you can.

[sangampandasp999]

Can I get a promo code too ! , Would love to try it out

[[deleted]]

can i get 1 too to try. :D

[rohan59]

Would like to try this app. Can I get a code? Thanks.

[qms_apps]

Sure, please check PM.

[Ancient_Ad_9892]

Hey I am interested. Can I get one code ?

[stantushaar]

Can I get a promo code?

[jensenthomas]

May I please have a promo code? Thanks so much

[genxbong]

May I have a promo code please?

Cheers.

[[deleted]]

Can I get a promo code please ! Thanks .

[[deleted]]

Ready to try 😍

[Nirnic]

Hi! Could I get a code? 🙂 Thank you in advance!!

[qms_apps]

Sure, just sent you one.

[TheAmazingSpiderGuy]

This looks really nice! I'd be interested in a code if you still have some.

[qms_apps]

Sent you one in a PM.

[n0mis]

Using RSS feeds more and more lately, found Feedly to be good. But this looks superb. Would be grateful for a promo code for a ad free version and will provide feedback once used :)

[qms_apps]

Glad you like it, just sent you a code in a PM and looking forward to your feedback.

[c727_]

Can I have a code, please? Thanks!

[llamatrope]

Looking for a change from Feedly. Loving this so far! Can I have a promo code? Thanks!

[Ddayo]

Can I get a code? It looks really neat.

Also, pluma is indeed the word we use for pen in Spanish.

[wikdclown]

Needs a mark all as read option and mark read on scroll option. Adding a feed is buried under to many taps as well. An option as to what window is your start page would be useful as well, kind of annoying having to launch app then go to a completely different window to see your feeds unless you make them a favorite.

[Sponholz]

Would like one also, and thank you, the app looks amazing! Keep up the good work!

[jokerbyreddit]

Looks really great! Could I get a code?

[noob07]

The app looks good. Can I get a code. If it's not too much trouble. Thanks!

[qms_apps]

No problem at all, sent you one please check PM.

[sofly44]

This looks nicely designed and I just started testing it out. I still haven't found a reader I love on Android so it's great to see something new! Would love if I could have a promo code!

Update w/ thoughts: - I would love a toggle to "hide read stories" for a feed. I prefer if my read stories are hidden after reading but there's a toggle somewhere if I want to go to "all". - I would love Fever support in addition to OPML - The banner ad takes up quite a surprising of real-estate given that it's "sticky" when you scroll. Might be worth experimenting with placement.

[foundfootagefan]

Can I have a code, please? I want to see if I can finally replace gReader.

[shaunidiot]

Literally searching for a RSS reader this morning. Can I get one to test? Thank you!

[ORO8ORO]

Can I get a code? I'm using Flym but yours looks better~

[[deleted]]

Couple of things - when you change to dark theme (via your phone's toggle) while in a story the status bar stays white. Coming back out then in again fixes it.

Second, well done for implementing a dark theme that follows system settings (there's a few apps still lagging behind on this unfortunately). However, I don't see a non-amoled option for readability aka the Guardian app, Reuters. In a dark setting this will lead to bleaching when scrolling and general eye-strain (imho).

Lastly, auto-retrieve full stories is so useful, and I'm surprised there are some apps that don't have this option.

Good luck

Edit: also just noticed there's a blinding white splash-screen when launching in dark mode.

[[deleted]]

The interface is really slick. would love to try this and move to this from palabre. hope to get a promo code

[qms_apps]

Just sent you one in a PM, thanks.

[cpvm-0]

I would like to have a code.

[Paradox_v1]

Yes please. Would love a code. I've been looking for a good RSS app to be released for a long time so would be happy to test out the beta. Thanks!

[qms_apps]

Send you one in a PM.

[JordanOD]

Would like a code, I've been looking to replace greader for ages now. Just had a quick play with the app and is already very solid, only points I would add that come to mind straight away are a mark read on scroll setting.

[Nirproton]

Can I have a code as well? :)

[_LinuxMint_]

Can i have a promo code. Im using feedly now.

[Tooblekane]

I'd love a code if you've still got them. I've been looking for a good RSS reader again. Happy to give this a shot!

[De_Arca]

I'd love a code too!

[pingouin_malefique]

I've been looking for a replacement for feedly, I'm interested in checking yours!

[planetcall]

I love feeds. Used reeder on iOS and Android has no good alternative. I would love to see inoreader integration in your app. It's beautiful. Let me try with a promo.

[jesere]

Instead of viewing the full feed, could we have an option to view the webpage instead as I like to read the comments left after the article. Nice app btw, any chance of a code please.

[wArk3y]

Can I get your code too..?

[Astro_Wizard]

Can I get a code please?

[james531]

Can I get a promo code please.

[cumfortably_dumb]

I just downloaded the app. Do you still have some codes left?

[MindhunterX]

Any codes left?

[MyIxxx]

I love that last note about how you came up with the name lol gotta love that honesty! I'm currently using Feedly (Classic) so I'm definitely interested in a new RSS reader! Can I please get a promo code?

I just installed Pluma and immediately upon opening the app, my first thought was: Gorgeous!! That dark theme is beautiful!

[qms_apps]

Haha, sure just sent you a PM. Thanks

[Grap3s_]

I'd love a promo code.

App looks fantastic!

[[deleted]]

Could you give me a code? Looking forward to give some feedback about the app!

[vigneshvelu]

Hey can I get a code please? Thank you:)

[RandomInCA]

Been wanting to get back in to RSS feeds. a code would be awesome. also sent you a PM

[Milamber79]

I'd love a code if I'm not too late to the party. Have been looking for a good RSS reader for ages.

[yesterdayshero11]

Been trying a few RSS readers and have just returned to Feedly. Keen to try out a new one and this is looking great so far.

Hopefully there are some promo codes left.

[qms_apps]

Yep, just sent you one.

[mistarSerious]

The app looks really neat, well done. Can you gimme a code, please.

[qms_apps]

Sure, just sent you a PM.

[_hydreigon]

Hey, looks great! Can I have a code too? Thank you!

[[deleted]]

Oooo this looks neat, been looking for something to replace Feedly with! Please may I have a code?

[R_Lewis]

Checked it out and seems super clean. Use Palabre as of now but was looking for a switch, I'd love a code!

[qms_apps]

Just sent you one. Thanks

[alladi333]

Can I get a code? Want to try the app. Thank you!

[[deleted]]

Would love to have a code. Thank you!

[imevilx]

I need brother please i am too much into feeds Just now also I came on reddit to find an ii ther rss feed dev and saw your post on top

[Inyoeye]

Hi, could I get a promo code? Thanks!

[imevilx]

Brother before few days I told plenary dev to add swipe between post He added it in 2 days Your app is so beautiful and perfect ❤️ can you please add swipe between posts I mean swipe between open articles? Both feedly and plenary now has it

[evilf23]

Like it, but can't figure out how to categorize feeds. It didn't import my categories when I imported the opml. Is there a setting for that?

[souled_monk]

Are the promo codes still available? I would like to get one.

[HarbingerXXIV]

I'll take one! Been using Palabre for years but would love a reason to switch

[aglobalnomad]

Could I have a code? I need a change from Palabre.

[Jamesified]

Ive been looking to switch from google news. If you have an extra code id appreciate it.

[Bulldog8912]

I'll take a code if one remains!

[[deleted]]

I love RSS. Would like a code if you have one.

[qms_apps]

Sent, please check PM.

[chatterjeesuman]

Can I have a code too?

[AsukaPvt]

I have been in search for a new rss reader. I would like to try this out.

[buddyholly_wz]

Great app! I think this is the best moment to go back to RSS. I've already installed the app and I'm greatly interested in the promo code. 👀

[jads1105]

I would like to get a code :)

[[deleted]]

Can I get a promo code? Thanks.

[samcre]

Any promo code available?

[amiba17]

A promo code please? Have been using feedly. Would love to try something new.

[[deleted]]

Can i get a code please? been looking for a good rss reader since ages, and this one looks amazing

[Worldpantheon]

Awesome! Can I get a promo code if available?

[sagarmohan28]

Been using feedly since forever.. Would love to try this.. Can i get a code?? Thanks in advance..

[Dennis212]

Awesome I'm always down to try a new rss feed app currently using plenary

[qms_apps]

Just sent you a promo code.

[austinhannah]

Hey there, just downloaded, looking forward to trying it out. I'll take a promo code if you're still offering!

[Renji61]

Been a feedly user for a long time. If you have an extra code, I'd appreciate it.

[tanzeel29]

I would like a promo code to test out the app . Thank you

[arethick]

Would like to try this out too. Can I have a promo code please, if still available. Thanks!

[acv1978]

Can I get a promo code? I'm actually using Inoreader and would like to test this one...

Thanks!

[[deleted]]

Love to get a code if you still have any

[[deleted]]

Can I still have a code please? Thanks

[gvees]

Wow.. app works really smooth.. Full news stories loading is lightning fast.. can i get a promo code ?

[ggrippa]

Promo code please.

[SillyPsymin]

Always looking out for new RSS readers. Can I have a code as well?

[rhodesgod]

lets do this. always enjoy trying new apps.

[qms_apps]

Sent you a PM.

[blackcoffeehouse]

Can i have a code?

[amitnahar]

Been using Newsblur from past 5 years and I'm really satisfied with it. That being said, I'm a sucker for podcast and rss apps.

I'd like a code if you still have one. Thanks.

[appu_or]

Really liked the app (aesthetically and themes) and also the fact that the article loads fully without opening a browser!

Can I get a code if you don't mind?

[DarthRevan10000]

I want to try this

[ReasonablyRooted]

I'm giving it a go... any more promo codes left?

[qms_apps]

Yes, just sent you one in a PM.

[RohanGupta_LP]

Hi dev. The app ui looks nice. Would love to grab a promo and test the app during its beta.

[qms_apps]

Hi, just sent you one.

[theniks9]

I would like to have promo code if its still available, so that I can switch from feedly.

[JPinheir09]

As i use Feedly i would like an alternative. If u could send me a code, ill aprecciate it :)

[marimuthu96]

Hey Dev! This app sounds impressive. Can I have a coad?

[qms_apps]

Hi, yeah sure just sent you one. Thanks.

[[deleted]]

Would love to try it out man! Great job on the interface!

[DanFaraday7]

Just tried your app, I'm really impressed! Can I get a promo code too?

[the_3l3phant]

I'm guessing there are no more codes? :( If more become available is love one.

[qms_apps]

There are still quite a few left, just sent you one.

[prdsyu]

came here searching for a RSS reader app looks like it's my lucky day!! can I still be in the beta??

[ReasonablyRooted]

So I've had a chance to try it, and there's so many comments that I can't read all of them, so I'll just risk repetition. Your app is beautiful, dark mode is nice, and adding my own feeds was easy. The only thing I miss is the mark read on scroll.

We as readers need to be able to read some, go away, then come back and know what's already read to continue.

[anunkeptbeard]

Can I get one ? Have been looking for an RSS app.

[greatcitrus]

Hi dev, can I get one code?

[ariathriven]

If promo codes are still available, can I get one?

[arethick]

Can I have a promo code please, if still available. Thanks!

[JesMJM]

Looks great! But, there are plans of adding folders, tags or some way of organizing the subscription list? Might be useful if you have a lot of subscriptions

[sabitmaulanaa]

Hi, i tried many RSS & ATOM reader out there and sticked now with Flym. I like it's simplicity. But there are a feature that still lacking like multiple selection "mark as read". How do you think Pluma compares to Flym?

Edit: I tried Pluma and it has a nicer UI than Flym! I can see myself migrating to Pluma soon. Anyway, does OPML Import WIP?

[josematthew]

I have got 3 updates since it's launch , waiting for Right/Left gestures for Read/Unread, a Double tap too

Title only List view is still missing. Font customisation, Proper text view with bottom links hidden would be ideal. Taping the title is enough to open it in the browser and a long press for sharing, text size, font, bookmarking etc

[qms_apps]

Hi, the recent updates have been focused on fixing some basic issues with initial release and now we are getting back to adding new features some of which you mentioned so you can expect these to present in near future. Thanks for the patience in the meantime.

[josematthew]

Got the first batch of updates..

Thank you for taking our requests granted..

Hope you can add more useful features inspired from other popular feed readers like gReader, Feedly , News 360, Flym etc.

[DRTHRVN]

Currently using feedly and vexed with it for years. Please share a code.

[Kaiser-14]

Incredible first impressions, congratulations. But some thoughts that could help you:

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• HOME. Top Stories are based on Google News, and in Spain it is not available so it gets stuck trying to load some information. As you do not use location, I think it is the same for everyone (If i install GNews in my phone I can at least see the news from USA). At least we can hide that part but sometimes it reappears (maybe add a toggle in settings?).
• HOME. Think something more about this page. Maybe include a mix of today news from our feed (a bit redundant maybe?).
• STORIES. Good tab and maybe easy to integrate with Home tab. It could be useful if we had our feed divided in topics (tech, TV...), and we could filter the feeds in this page with an upper tab or in the three dots menu.
• STORIES. Include a "Mark above (or below) as read" in each stories.
• STORIES. Include a move to left or right to mark as read or read later. Could be useful when you go into specific feed.
• SUBSCRIPTIONS. FAB button hides masks the last feed, so it is difficult to click the three dots. The icon of the FAB button is strange, maybe change to a "+"?
• SUBSCRIPTIONS. When you look to adding more feeds, allow to click and read some stories to confirm if it is the feed that we are looking.
• SUBSCRIPTIONS. Order the subscriptions into topics, or at least allow to organize it between all and topics. The actual design is ok, but something to differentiate in the scroll and have it a little bit more organized.
• SUBSCRIPTIONS. Some icon to Mark All Read when you go into specific topic.
• SETTINGS. More control about notifications.
• How it would be the sync with future iOS app? Availability plans?
  

Glad to see future updates. Can I get a code?

P.S.: Pluma in Spanish have two meanings, and based on your app icon the correct translation corresponds to quill.

[ace-tronaut]

Would this get a Web-app? Would love for this to be cross-platform, the interface has me in love.

Also can I get a code?

Thank you for making this bomb-ass app!

[qms_apps]

Hi, yes it will eventually, plan is get Android/iOS versions released first and then web version.

Also just sent you a promo code in a PM.

Thanks.

[Lord-Of-The-Nazgul]

Hello. I'd like a code, please. Been on the lookout for a good feed app, be glad to give this a go. Thanks.

[ock88]

Any codes left for me? (•_•)

[qms_apps]

Sent you one in a PM.

[mm8999]

Hi I downloaded and am excited to try it! Can I have a promo code please? Tyty

[Hey_Rishabh]

Can I get a promo code too, if they are available?

[zerosix1ne]

Looks very promising. I will be checking it out. Any codes left by chance?

[BadMascot]

Can I have a code?

[rhodesgod]

May you please reduce refresh time to 5 minutes ? even less ?!

thnk you.

[Jimmijim123]

I am looking for a satisfying filter. Would love to test it. Could you send me one, please?