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Slingshot (for Android)

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Slingshot tries to capture the fresh interface and ephemeral photo and video sharing of Snapchat, but its mandatory-participation gimmick is more draconian than fun.

Slingshot (for Android): Sling It

We found the send screen very counterintuitive and finding other users oddly difficult.

Slingshot (for Android): Great Works of Art

The Draw interface is remarkably well done in Slingshot. Drag your finger up and down along the palette to select a color, then right or left to change the nib size.

Slingshot (for Android): React

Whenever you unlock a Sling, you can send an instant reaction image or video. Your recipient won't have to send an image to unlock your reaction.

Slingshot (for Android): Shoot to Sling

Slingshot keeps it simple with a viewfinder as the app's main page.