Nice product. Love the idea and the right-click menu which has only one option - open a new tab. But as Ben said, moving to a new browser is a big commitment. I would definitely try a Chrome extension with the same functionality.
@yuvmaoz Thanks for the feedback! We will add more features to make this swap easier.
We considered a Chrome extension, but decided that a new application would leave us more freedom. With a new app we can tailor the user interface to the functionality. We try to improve the modern browser as a whole.
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@yuvmaoz I agree, what was the rationale for not doing the extension route?
Hello Product Hunt!
I'm the developer and designer of Alloy.
The idea of a task-based browser went to my mind as I had multiple Chrome windows open, each packed with Tabs for different tasks and purposes.
I started developing a sample application as a proof of concept for this task-based browser. After a lot of improvements and added functionality, Alloy was born. Alloy is built up on Tasks, of which every has its own Tablist. You only see the relevant Tabs for your current Task.
Currently Alloy is still an alpha release and we'd love to hear your opinion and feedback.
If you've got any questions feel free to ask them here or tweet us https://twitter.com/browsewithalloy
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@simoncaminada I use a similar concept - windows with multiple tabs for the window's topic (currently at 243 tabs).
Though, I require a lot of plug-in functionality like rescuetime, evernote, buffer, black menu, hangout, grammarly, datanyze and so many used daily.
I can imagine this going to be good, keep up.
@andmitsch Thanks, extensions are for many users a trival requirement, so we are planning to implement them as soon as possible.
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@simoncaminada Wow, I have often wondered if I am really badly organised to need 20-30+ browser tabs open at a time of things I need to do/follow up. I'm going to give this a try and hopefully it'll make my life a LOT easier! Edit: damn, Mac only!
@boogsau Windows/Linux releases are planned for the future, you can sign up to our newsletter on our website and opt-in for these updates (http://alloy.simoncaminada.ch/)
I really like this idea - explicitly recognizing the browser as a productivity tool. One piece of feedback I do have is that the top header of the browser, including the address bar, takes up a lot of room (currently twice as tall as when using Safari). Still, seems like a fun and exciting project, great work!
@brendonto Thank you for your feedback! That's true the header is rather tall. We are always improving our user interface and will consider your feedback for upcoming releases.
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I downloaded this excited to try it... and then it's Mac only. Maybe the website should mention that? Also, are you considering a Windows and/or Linux version?
@bgiesing39 Thanks for the input, a mentioning on the website is definetly needed. Releases for Windows/Linux are planned for the near future.
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Like other commenters, I like the concept. I'm certainly keeping it installed, eagerly awaiting updates. One thing: If I have a few tabs open, then open the to-do sidebar on the right, and click on a to-do, why does a new tab not only open, but replace the ones I had open originally? I feel as though I would lose important pages. Also, I assume bookmarks and history are on their way, as well? Thanks for your help!
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Wait a sec, nevermind on the tab disappearing thing. Totally typed that before clicking BACK to a task. Had I done that, I'd have seen the tabs correspond with the task. Very nice!
@simoncaminada Sure! Once I download it I'll provide some feedback :) That's great! Happy to see another Swiss Product Hunter :D Had to look hard for the hint, Saw the AirBNB finally haha :)
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