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Google app fees lawsuit approved by UK court

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Google app fees lawsuit approved by UK court


  • Friday, June 20, 2025
  • By Russ Scritchfield

A $1.33 billion Google app fees lawsuit approved by UK court will proceed to trial, alleging Google abused its Play Store dominance by overcharging thousands of developers and stifling competition across the UK, EU, and US markets....


2025 Apple Design award winners

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2025 Apple Design award winners


  • Thursday, June 19, 2025
  • By Austin Harris

Apple has announced the 2025 Apple Design award winners and finalists, celebrating 12 standout apps and games recognized for their innovation, inclusivity, interaction design, visual quality, and social impact during the WWDC25 developer event....


BLACK app empowers student collaboration

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BLACK app empowers student collaboration


  • Wednesday, June 18, 2025
  • By Freeman Lightner

The student-built app created by Govind Krishna, BLACK app empowers student collaboration and helps peers share notes, resolve doubts, and stay organized through collaborative tools like to-do lists and forum chats, offering real solutions from a stu...


Track installs and user engagement with AWS app reports

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Track installs and user engagement with AWS app reports


  • Tuesday, June 17, 2025
  • By Richard Harris

Gain deeper insight into your app’s performance across devices and marketplaces, track installs and user engagement with AWS app reports—by analyzing install trends, retention metrics like DAU and MAU, and stickiness ratios for Fire TV and tablet pla...


The Great App Purge Googles Quality Overhaul

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The Great App Purge Googles Quality Overhaul


  • Wednesday, June 4, 2025
  • By Richard Harris

Google’s Play Store lost 47% of its apps in a massive cleanup, marking a shift toward stricter standards; The Great App Purge: Google’s Quality Overhaul reveals how AI, verification, and enforcement are reshaping mobile development and monetization....


Android cloud backup app scaled to 800K users with no team

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Android cloud backup app scaled to 800K users with no team


  • Friday, May 30, 2025
  • By Richard Harris

Before Android had reliable cloud sync, Arth Patel built Contacts Backup solo using PHP and shared hosting. The Android cloud backup app backed up 100M+ contacts, earned T-Mobile praise, and shaped his work at Meta. He shares lessons on scaling, trus...


Apple charged for illegal app store fees

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Apple charged for illegal app store fees


  • Tuesday, May 13, 2025
  • By Freeman Lightner

The European Commission recently found that Apple Charged for Illegal App Store Fees by imposing charges and restrictions on third-party stores, while Google faces similar scrutiny, urging global policymakers to enforce competition laws and protect c...


Credible Speech Coach app

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Credible Speech Coach app


  • Friday, February 28, 2025
  • By Richard Harris

Credible Speech Coach app: This new app provides real-time feedback to eliminate filler words, helping users sound more confident and professional. With personalized coaching, discreet alerts, and total data privacy, Credible enhances everyday commun...


Speech pathology app to help with 4 year wait in Australia

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Speech pathology app to help with 4 year wait in Australia


  • Wednesday, January 29, 2025
  • By Richard Harris

A new speech pathology app called Yarn Speech, is tackling Australia's 4-Year speech pathology wait times. Founded by Oxford-trained Rebecca Keeley, it offers evidence-based daily activities for children aged 0-3, bridging gaps in care, supporting fa...


Hill Climb Racing most downloaded racing game

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Hill Climb Racing most downloaded racing game


  • Friday, December 20, 2024
  • By Austin Harris

Fingersoft’s beloved Hill Climb Racing games has reached 2.5 billion installs across platforms, making it the world's most downloaded racing game series....


UK app developers file class action lawsuit against Apple

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UK app developers file class action lawsuit against Apple


  • Thursday, December 19, 2024
  • By Richard Harris

A class action lawsuit on behalf of UK app developers, Ennis v Apple, claims Apple abused its market dominance by charging excessive 30% App Store fees. The lawsuit seeks up to $970 million USD in damages on behalf of UK-based app developers affected...


In app purchases surged on Black Friday 2024

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In app purchases surged on Black Friday 2024


  • Wednesday, December 11, 2024
  • By Richard Harris

AppsFlyer reports a 14% YoY surge in in app purchases on Black Friday 2024, with installs and remarketing conversions also seeing notable gains, reflecting a shift in consumer behavior and spending trends....


Double your app engagement steal these 10 story ideas

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Double your app engagement steal these 10 story ideas


  • Thursday, December 5, 2024
  • By Vlad Lastovsky

Vlad Lastovsky, founder and CEO of InAppStory, shares 10 engaging story ideas to double your app engagement and user retention. From omnichannel strategies to meme-driven content, these ideas keep users hooked and coming back for more. Personalized e...


Emerging features to consider for mobile app development

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Emerging features to consider for mobile app development


  • Wednesday, November 13, 2024
  • By Richard Harris

Discover Emerging features to consider for mobile app development to elevate your strategy. Learn how personalization, AI, AR, wearable integration, and security can make your app stand out in a competitive market. Explore the latest trends to ensure...


Dynamic 3D visuals are transforming brand identity

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Dynamic 3D visuals are transforming brand identity


  • Monday, November 11, 2024
  • By Brittany Hainzinger

Explore how dynamic 3D visuals are transforming brand identity in "Transforming Brand Identity The Impact of Dynamic 3D Visuals on QuestOne's Image." Discover how QuestOne's "Hydrogen Circle" embodies their vision for hydrogen innovation and renewabl...


Understanding gen Z expectations and user experience in technology

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Understanding gen Z expectations and user experience in technology


  • Tuesday, November 5, 2024
  • By Austin Harris

Understanding gen Z expectations and user experience guidelines in design explores how designers can effectively cater to Gen Z by dispelling myths and focusing on genuine behavior patterns. Learn about their expectations for authenticity, inclusivit...


User interfaces and handling risky actions

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User interfaces and handling risky actions


  • Monday, November 4, 2024
  • By Richard Harris

Explore strategies for designing user interfaces that handle risky actions effectively. In "Designing User Interfaces Guidelines for Handling Risky Actions," Victor Ponamarev shares insights on preventing user mistakes, offering practical guidelines ...


How to measure ux and design impact with insights from Vitaly Friedman

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How to measure ux and design impact with insights from Vitaly Friedman


  • Wednesday, October 30, 2024
  • By Freeman Lightner

Discover how to measure UX and design impact with insights from Vitaly Friedman. The new video course "How to Measure UX and Design Impact" equips designers with the tools to use KPIs and UX metrics, ensuring design decisions are guided by data, not ...


City Guide app by Foursquare to be replaced with new Swarm app

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City Guide app by Foursquare to be replaced with new Swarm app


  • Tuesday, October 29, 2024
  • By Freeman Lightner

Foursquare will officially sunset its City Guide app on December 15, 2024, with the web version following in early 2025. The company plans to focus on enhancing its Swarm app, which will now serve as the primary platform for check-ins and location-ba...


Connyct social media app for college students opens early access

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Connyct social media app for college students opens early access


  • Friday, October 4, 2024
  • By Austin Harris

The Connyct social media app for college students will bridge the gap between online and offline worlds and is launching exclusively for college students, offering a space for real-life connections and meaningful experiences. Powered by a partnership...


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