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shortwave · v2026.2.1 • auto-updates
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Email client
brew install --cask shortwave 15
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Trust Score 7/10
✓ Open source (MIT) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 11, 2026Shortwave is a focused email client designed for users seeking a streamlined inbox experience. It offers auto-updates and a MIT license, appealing to those who value simplicity and open-source software.
Manages emails with a user-friendly interface.
Maturity: Project health is moderate with low GitHub activity, last updated in 2022.
Community: Received notable attention on Hacker News, particularly in a 2022 Show HN post, but recent updates are lacking.
Pros
- + Streamlined email management
- + Auto-update feature
- + MIT license
Cons
- - Low GitHub activity
- - Niche appeal
Community Mentions
hackernews
Mar 2025 Bring Back Shortwave
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Feb 2022 Show HN: Shortwave: Enjoy Your Inbox
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