[tbb-bugs] #28329 [Applications/Tor Browser]: Design TBA+Orbot configuration UI/UX

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#28329: Design TBA+Orbot configuration UI/UX
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 Reporter:  sysrqb                               |          Owner:  tbb-
                                                 |  team
     Type:  enhancement                          |         Status:  new
 Priority:  Very High                            |      Milestone:
Component:  Applications/Tor Browser             |        Version:
 Severity:  Normal                               |     Resolution:
 Keywords:  tbb-mobile, ux-team, TBA-a3,         |  Actual Points:
  TorBrowserTeam201812                           |
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Comment (by gk):

 Replying to [comment:14 antonela]:
 >
 > Hello team, matt and I discussed yesterday what could be our users' best
 scenario when starting TBA.
 >
 > We think we can aim to bootstrap tor during the initial screen and then
 open about:tor.
 >
 > As you know, I'm working with a designer to have our
 [https://share.riseup.net/#gIizTI1iZRQu3Go2PHaSWA new icon animated], and
 we can use it as a loader while tor is bootstrapping. A progress bar is a
 good option too, but the right speed on the icon animation will make our
 users feel that it is loading faster.
 >
 > I updated the user flow, and I approached some mockups for this flow.
 >
 > What do you think?

 I like the animated icon. However, I think we should not only rely on it
 indicating that Tor Browser is starting up but rather having some kind of
 progress visible seems useful to me. (especially given the bootstrap could
 take quite some time).

 So, the overall idea is to just connect directly and only try other ways
 once the direct connection fails? What about scenarios where users need to
 hide the fact that they are using Tor in the first place by using things
 like the built-in meek PT right from start?

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