Thursday, March 14, 2013

Google Reader Retires On 1-07-2013

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We have just announced on the Official Google Blog that we will soon retire Google Reader (the actual date is July 1, 2013). We know Reader has a devoted following who will be very sad to see it go. We’re sad too.

There are two simple reasons for this: usage of Google Reader has declined, and as a company we’re pouring all of our energy into fewer products. We think that kind of focus will make for a better user experience.

To ensure a smooth transition, we’re providing a three-month sunset period so you have sufficient time to find an alternative feed-reading solution. If you want to retain your Reader data, including subscriptions, you can do so through Google Takeout.

Thank you again for using Reader as your RSS platform.

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2 comments:

  1. Oh flip!! Google Currents does work but not as simple as the Reader. Some blog RSS don't update properly... Your blog feeds never updated in Currents. :(

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  2. I have been trying to find some alternative.

    My preference is Web-Based

    Netvibes / bloglines - sucks (probably because I am just not used to it).

    Newsblur will let me have only 12 feeds! (free... if I want more subscriptions, then I will have to pay and I am NOT going to pay for an RSS aggregator).

    Other options require either installing an extension or downloading an application onto the computer.

    :(



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