Newsit: Hacker News and Reddit Links
Newsit is a Chrome extension developed by Ben Winding. It falls under the category of Browsers and is classified as an Add-ons & Tools subcategory. This free extension allows users to find Reddit or Hacker News discussions related to the current webpage they are browsing.
Once installed, Newsit automatically checks if the current page is listed on Reddit or Hacker News. If there is a post on either of these sites, a button will be added to the bottom corner of the screen. Clicking on the button will provide direct access to the relevant discussion.
Recent updates to Newsit include the option to use new Reddit links, improved rendering of icons using SVG, and better padding and alignment of buttons. The extension also fixes issues with the Reddit API, iframe compatibility, and search results. It now allows users to view all results found from Hacker News and Reddit, making it more reliable and maintainable.
Newsit is a handy tool for those who want to explore discussions and insights related to the webpages they visit. It is easy to use and provides a convenient way to find relevant Reddit or Hacker News threads without leaving the browser.
Source code for Newsit is available on GitHub, and the developer provides a privacy policy and terms and conditions for users to review.
