John Gruber 3/19/2026

★ ‘Your Frustration Is the Product’

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The article critiques the bloated, ad-heavy state of major news websites, using a 49MB New York Times page as an example. It argues that 'viewability' and 'time-on-page' metrics incentivize hostile UX decisions that trap users, making their frustration the product. The author shares personal experiences browsing without ad blockers and laments intrusive elements like autoplay videos and subscription modals.

★ ‘Your Frustration Is the Product’

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