Observed arrival · 2026-10-24
O2: messaging when the internet goes quiet
O2 presents itself as a backup messenger that can route messages through an internet-connected relay, nearby phones, or a local Wi-Fi network.
- For
- Teams and groups facing unreliable internet access
- Worth noticing
- The page lists groups up to 200 people, files up to 50 MB, and a Docker-installed organization node.
Field notes
The page separates delivery into an internet-connected relay, nearby-phone forwarding over Wi-Fi Direct or local Wi-Fi, and a browser-like WebSocket connection. For organizational use, it describes a self-hosted Docker node, groups capped at 200 members, and file transfers up to 50 MB; these are page-stated capabilities, not independently tested here. Download paths listed include an Android 10+ APK, a Windows installer, and a browser version.
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