Two Builds, One Ecosystem: Thingy Goes Web-First, Present Enters the Lab

As Thingy moves deeper into real-world testing, we’ve made a key architectural decision: to lean into a web-first approach. Rather than forcing app installs or working against native device behavior, Thingy now treats the web as its primary surface — allowing physical items to link directly to their context through simple, low-friction pages that open instantly when scanned. This entry shares where Thingy stands today, why the web-first direction better serves its core use case, and how mobile apps now fit as complementary tools rather than mandatory entry points. We also introduce Present, another human-centric Buildiful project focused on daily presence rather than productivity. Through lightweight check-ins, Present creates a gentle record of everyday life — designed to be private, intentional, and long-lasting. Together, these updates reflect our broader approach at the SV x Lab: Building carefully, embracing necessary pivots, and documenting the work while it’s still in motion. [Read More]