Reddit users who are not fans of the new pixelated Reddit icon on their iPhones might be disappointed to learn that unless they are willing to switch to an icon themed around the Dogecoin dog or WallStreetBets, they will have to subscribe to Reddit Premium. This revelation was made by 9to5Mac’s Benjamin Mayo, who spotted that the regular Reddit logo icon is only available for Reddit Premium subscribers.
Currently, the options for Reddit icons are as follows: there are three free options available – “OrangeRed” (the pixelated icon), “Doge,” and “Wall Street,” while the icons with the regular Reddit logo are reserved for Reddit Premium subscribers and can be found at the bottom of the list.
Reddit Premium is a paid subscription service that costs $5.99 per month or $49.99 per year. Subscribers gain access to benefits such as more custom app icons, ad-free browsing on Reddit, and membership in the exclusive r/lounge community. However, for those who do not wish to pay for a Premium subscription, they are left with the three free icon options, which may not be to their liking.
While this may not be a significant issue for some users, those who have Reddit as one of their frequently used home screen apps might find the limited free icon choices frustrating, especially if they are not satisfied with the recent decisions made by Reddit. These decisions include removing chat history from before 2023 and discontinuing the Gold awards system. The restricted choices for free app icons may compound these frustrations.
For those who do not wish to subscribe to Reddit Premium but still want a different icon, there might be a workaround for Android users. A colleague mentioned that the default icon for the Reddit app on Android has also been changed to the pixelated version. However, Android users can easily swap in their own app icons using an Android launcher. On the other hand, iOS users may have a more challenging time changing their app icons.
It is worth noting that the Doge and Wall Street icons will reportedly only be available for a limited time. However, the duration of their availability and the alternatives that will be offered once they are replaced remain unclear.
Despite these developments, Reddit has not provided an immediate response or comment regarding these icon changes. Perhaps they are monitoring user feedback and considering potential adjustments based on the widespread reaction from Reddit users.
In conclusion, Reddit users who are not Premium subscribers might be disappointed by the limited options for free app icons, which currently include a pixelated Reddit logo, an icon featuring the Dogecoin dog, and another based on WallStreetBets. While Android users have the option to use custom icons, iOS users may be left with few alternatives. It remains to be seen whether Reddit will respond to the feedback and make any changes to address user concerns regarding the available icon choices.
