Show HN Launches Screensaver
The Show HN Launches screensaver shows projects people are launching on Hacker News right now, read key-less from the Algolia HN API. Distinct from the site's Hacker News saver, which shows the front page rather than launches. It's free, runs in your browser, and ESC exits.
How the Show HN Launches screensaver works
The saver reads the Algolia Hacker News API directly in your browser — no key and no account.
Projects people are launching on Hacker News right now, read key-less from the Algolia HN API.
It refreshes on a schedule, so what you see stays current.
Colours can be changed in settings; nothing is stored beyond your own browser.
A worked example
Projects people are launching on Hacker News right now, read key-less from the Algolia HN API. Distinct from the site's Hacker News saver, which shows the front page rather than launches.
Settings & tips
- Accent and Background recolour the display.
- Data comes straight from the Algolia Hacker News API in your browser.
- Press ESC to leave fullscreen.
Frequently asked questions
- Is this real data?
- Yes — it comes from the Algolia Hacker News API and is refreshed on a schedule.
- Is a key needed?
- No. This source is fully key-less.
- Is it free?
- Yes — free, no download, in your browser.