Ask HN: Does Anyone Use Bitchat?

8•tmaly•5mo ago

I installed the app when it first came out on my iphone. I have yet to come across anyone to chat with.

Do you use it and have you found any other users?

Comments

runjake•5mo ago

I have it installed and configured. I've never encountered another BitChat user.

Caveat: I am in a rural area and minimally in a populated area.

ilovefood•5mo ago

Same problem here :)

mikeodds•5mo ago

Im in SF and have the same

tmaly•5mo ago

I have tested both NYC and Fort Lauderdale and have had no luck.

I am wondering if the network needs extenders or repeaters to work.

swah•5mo ago

I'm in Brazil... better odds with a walkie talkie

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