#mobile-apps
#mobile-apps

Pixalate Research: 14.9K Mobile Apps with 32M+ EU Downloads May Violate GDPR

Many mobile apps fail to comply with GDPR by lacking privacy policies, risking both user privacy and legal repercussions.

Privacy professionals

fromExchangewire

2 days ago

Pixalate Finds 286 US Mobile Apps Violating COPPA, Risking Privacy of 18m Children

Many mobile apps targeting children lack compliance with COPPA, raising serious privacy concerns.

5 industries that are successfully making the most of apps

Mobile apps enhance customer engagement and streamline operations across various industries.

Software development

3 days ago

Stitch is Google's AI-powered tool to help design apps | TechCrunch

Google Stitch simplifies the design process for web and mobile apps with AI-generated UI elements and code.

Artificial intelligence

DeepSeek reaches No. 1 on US Play Store | TechCrunch

DeepSeek's rapid ascension in app rankings showcases its competitive AI models and growing popularity in the global market.

Gadgets

NotebookLM apps are coming soon to Android and iOS - how to be first in line

4 years ago

Gadgets

6 Key Trends To Consider While Developing A Mobile Application | HackerNoon

Digital life

fromBusiness Matters

5 industries that are successfully making the most of apps

Mobile apps enhance customer engagement and streamline operations across various industries.

Software development

3 days ago

Stitch is Google's AI-powered tool to help design apps | TechCrunch

Google Stitch simplifies the design process for web and mobile apps with AI-generated UI elements and code.

Artificial intelligence

DeepSeek reaches No. 1 on US Play Store | TechCrunch

DeepSeek's rapid ascension in app rankings showcases its competitive AI models and growing popularity in the global market.

Gadgets

NotebookLM apps are coming soon to Android and iOS - how to be first in line

4 years ago

Gadgets

6 Key Trends To Consider While Developing A Mobile Application | HackerNoon

3 Anatomy Apps That Help You Know Your Body Better

The new Outside+ app enhances members' yoga practices through accessible anatomy education.

fromBoston.com

Digital life

Want to walk away from doomscrolling? This Boston-based app makes you step to scroll.

fromYoga Journal

1 week ago

3 Anatomy Apps That Help You Know Your Body Better

The new Outside+ app enhances members' yoga practices through accessible anatomy education.

fromBoston.com

Digital life

Want to walk away from doomscrolling? This Boston-based app makes you step to scroll.

more#health-and-wellness

#video-editing

fromLindsey Gamble

fromBuffer: All-you-need social media toolkit for small businesses

Social media marketing

Instagram's Highly Anticipated Video Editing App, Edits, Has Arrived - Lindsey Gamble

Media industry

7 Tips + Tricks for Instagram Edits: How to Use the New Video Editing App

1 week ago

Graphic design

10 Hidden CapCut Features Every Mobile Video Editor Should Know | HackerNoon

fromLindsey Gamble

fromBuffer: All-you-need social media toolkit for small businesses

Social media marketing

Instagram's Highly Anticipated Video Editing App, Edits, Has Arrived - Lindsey Gamble

Media industry

7 Tips + Tricks for Instagram Edits: How to Use the New Video Editing App

1 week ago

Graphic design

10 Hidden CapCut Features Every Mobile Video Editor Should Know | HackerNoon

Netflix is getting into short videos with a new vertical feed for mobile | TechCrunch

Netflix is testing a short-form video feature to compete with apps like TikTok, aiming to retain viewer engagement.

Google Admits To Paying Samsung Big Bucks To Preinstall Gemini On Smartphones

Google pays Samsung significantly to pre-install its Gemini AI app despite ongoing antitrust scrutiny.

fromTheregister

Developer sues Apple to claw back commission payments

A proposed class-action lawsuit against Apple accuses the company of violating a federal injunction regarding commissions from mobile app developers.

fromMashable India

Google Admits To Paying Samsung Big Bucks To Preinstall Gemini On Smartphones

Google pays Samsung significantly to pre-install its Gemini AI app despite ongoing antitrust scrutiny.

fromTheregister

Developer sues Apple to claw back commission payments

A proposed class-action lawsuit against Apple accuses the company of violating a federal injunction regarding commissions from mobile app developers.

Apple will appeal punitive EU antitrust fine

The future of app stores will lead to fewer successful options and increased user reliance on established companies.

A new bill would force Apple to allow third-party app stores

The App Store Freedom Act seeks to enable third-party app stores and payment systems, enhancing competition in the mobile app market.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Marketing tech

Meta, app makers launch Washington lobby to fight Apple and Google

fromComputerworld

Apple will appeal punitive EU antitrust fine

The future of app stores will lead to fewer successful options and increased user reliance on established companies.

A new bill would force Apple to allow third-party app stores

The App Store Freedom Act seeks to enable third-party app stores and payment systems, enhancing competition in the mobile app market.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Marketing tech

Meta, app makers launch Washington lobby to fight Apple and Google

This app makes you literally touch grass before you can use social media

Touch Grass is an app designed to reduce screen time by requiring users to literally touch grass before accessing distracting apps.

Gadgets

Our favorite speakers, headphones, and other music gear

A new repairable laptop and a robust mobile version of Photoshop are highlights this week in tech.

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

7 Ways to Build Mental Strength With Your Smartphone

Your phone can be a valuable ally in improving mental health through intentional use.

Mindfulness apps can notably reduce stress levels within just two weeks of use.

Roam Research

This free app is like Shazam for bird calls

The Merlin Bird ID app allows users to identify bird species by their sounds, similar to Shazam for music.

fromNew York Post

This app makes you literally touch grass before you can use social media

Touch Grass is an app designed to reduce screen time by requiring users to literally touch grass before accessing distracting apps.

Gadgets

Our favorite speakers, headphones, and other music gear

A new repairable laptop and a robust mobile version of Photoshop are highlights this week in tech.

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

7 Ways to Build Mental Strength With Your Smartphone

Your phone can be a valuable ally in improving mental health through intentional use.

Mindfulness apps can notably reduce stress levels within just two weeks of use.

Roam Research

fromprivacyinternational.org

This free app is like Shazam for bird calls

The Merlin Bird ID app allows users to identify bird species by their sounds, similar to Shazam for music.

more#technology

#data-privacy

Privacy technologies

WomanLog: Research Findings

fromTechzine Global

Mobile UX

Mobile app users expect performance, privacy, and AI

fromprivacyinternational.org

WomanLog: Research Findings

The article discusses app data sharing practices, user consent, and data security in relation to womenâs health apps like WomanLog.

fromTechzine Global

Mobile app users expect performance, privacy, and AI

Mobile app performance is critical for maintaining brand integrity and user loyalty.

Transparency in data usage is essential for user trust and satisfaction.

Rork's founders were almost broke when a viral tweet led to $2.8M and a16z | TechCrunch

Rork founders went from significant personal debt to generating $100,000 in revenue within five days after a tweet went viral.

Google's NotebookLM Android and iOS apps are available for pre-order | TechCrunch

NotebookLM, originally a desktop-only AI note-taking tool, will launch its Android and iOS apps on May 20, enhancing accessibility for students and professionals.

Apple

fromGameSpot

One Of The Most Viral Games Ever, Flappy Bird, Has Returned With "No Web3 Elements"

âI think it has become a problem. To solve that problem, it's best to take down Flappy Bird. It's gone forever,â Nguyen stated during the original removal.

Video games

#user-experience

fromwww.housingwire.com

Mobile UX

A frictionless mobile mortgage experience doesn't require an app

fromLogRocket Blog

Mobile UX

Leader Spotlight: Balancing long-term strategy with short-term iterations, with Aslan Sevi - LogRocket Blog

Web design

The first Android 16 beta is available to download now - here's what's new

fromwww.housingwire.com

Mobile UX

A frictionless mobile mortgage experience doesn't require an app

fromLogRocket Blog

Mobile UX

Leader Spotlight: Balancing long-term strategy with short-term iterations, with Aslan Sevi - LogRocket Blog

fromSitePoint Forums | Web Development & Design Community

Web design

The first Android 16 beta is available to download now - here's what's new

The Chinese e-commerce app the US can't get enough of right now

DHgate has become a leading US app amid the US-China trade war by providing affordable branded alternatives.

Get Notification Sent From Server To Phone Using Javascript

Implementing push notifications in a Dotnet MAUI app involves understanding how to set up Push API on the server, but service workers for web apps work differently.

Web development

fromblog.logrocket.com

fromApp Developer Magazine

Why you should stop obsessing over story points - LogRocket Blog

Noah Manger emphasizes the importance of balancing detail-oriented work with maintaining a broader vision, which is crucial for effective product management.

Growth hacking

5 years ago

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The Zelle app is shutting down on Tuesday - try these alternatives for sending money

Starting tomorrow, the Zelle standalone app can no longer be used for money transfers due to low transaction volume, encouraging users to utilize bank-integrated options instead.

Cryptocurrency

Pressure Mounts for Apple as Brazilian Court Demands iOS Sideloading

Brazilian court mandates that Apple allows sideloading on iOS, indicating a trend towards open digital marketplaces.

Apple fined $162 million for hurting app developers with 'excessively complex' privacy options

Apple fined â¬150 million for abusing market dominance through its App Tracking Transparency system.

fromTechRepublic

Pressure Mounts for Apple as Brazilian Court Demands iOS Sideloading

Brazilian court mandates that Apple allows sideloading on iOS, indicating a trend towards open digital marketplaces.

Apple fined $162 million for hurting app developers with 'excessively complex' privacy options

Apple fined â¬150 million for abusing market dominance through its App Tracking Transparency system.

AppLovin not lovin' short seller assault claiming ad fraud

AppLovin faces multiple lawsuits alleging fraud based on deceptive ad revenue practices and misleading investor statements.

Use Apple Invites to Organize Your Next Event

Apple Invites simplifies event planning by allowing iCloud+ users to create and manage events with features like photo sharing and playlists.

How to Gamify Your App: A Product Designer's Complete Guide

DuoLingo's simple onboarding question doubled user retention without tracking user answers, demonstrating effective gamification through psychology.

Ethical Gamification: Designing for User Well-being in the Age of Addictive Tech

Many mobile games and apps use manipulative psychological techniques similar to gambling to encourage spending and user engagement.

Gadgets

fromWIRED

Use Apple Invites to Organize Your Next Event

Apple Invites simplifies event planning by allowing iCloud+ users to create and manage events with features like photo sharing and playlists.

How to Gamify Your App: A Product Designer's Complete Guide

DuoLingo's simple onboarding question doubled user retention without tracking user answers, demonstrating effective gamification through psychology.

Ethical Gamification: Designing for User Well-being in the Age of Addictive Tech

Many mobile games and apps use manipulative psychological techniques similar to gambling to encourage spending and user engagement.

4 ways programmatic machine learning is powering consumer app growth

Consumer apps are expected to lead global app revenue due to increased mobile usage.

Advancements in programmatic machine learning address industry challenges and enhance advertising effectiveness.

Software development

fromBusiness Matters

How Much Does It Cost to Build a Mobile Application in 2025?

Mobile app development costs vary widely based on complexity, from $30,000 to over $350,000.

fromPractical Ecommerce

New Ecommerce Tools: March 20, 2025

Spangle has emerged from stealth to launch an AI-powered commerce platform for retailers to maximize revenue from paid traffic.

Marketing tech

This app limits your screen time by making you literally touch grass | TechCrunch

The Touch Grass app locks distractions until users photograph real grass outside, aiming to combat excessive screen time.

How Fast-Food Apps Took Over The Drive-Thru

The rise of mobile apps in fast food allows customers to order with ease, enhancing convenience while impacting human interaction.

fromTasting Table

NYC food

5 Ways To Save Money On McDonald's Orders With The App - Tasting Table

Marketing tech

fromEater

How Fast-Food Apps Took Over The Drive-Thru

The rise of mobile apps in fast food allows customers to order with ease, enhancing convenience while impacting human interaction.

fromTasting Table

NYC food

5 Ways To Save Money On McDonald's Orders With The App - Tasting Table

Entrepreneurs are Turning to This No-Code Tool to Build Apps | Entrepreneur

Twidget.io enables small businesses to create apps and websites easily with no coding skills for a low, one-time investment.

Exclusive: Stalkerware apps Cocospy and Spyic are exposing phone data of millions of people

A security vulnerability in Cocospy and Spyic apps exposes personal data of millions unknowingly monitored users.

Sensitive personal data can be accessed due to flaws in phone-monitoring spyware.

fromEngadget

Privacy technologies

1Password introduces 'nearby items,' tying passwords to physical locations

Exclusive: Stalkerware apps Cocospy and Spyic are exposing phone data of millions of people

A security vulnerability in Cocospy and Spyic apps exposes personal data of millions unknowingly monitored users.

Sensitive personal data can be accessed due to flaws in phone-monitoring spyware.

fromEngadget

1Password introduces 'nearby items,' tying passwords to physical locations

1Password's new feature enhances convenience by displaying credentials based on users' locations.

I just found a clever hack for creating CG effects on iPad using Nomad Sculpt

Nomad Sculpt offers innovative techniques for simulating effects like smoke and fog despite limitations in mobile 3D software.

Alpha maps can efficiently create layered fog or smoke in Nomad Sculpt without affecting performance.

Video games

A study of gatcha games: the UX of the Pokemon TCG Pocket app

Pokemon has embraced gatcha gaming through its successful TCG Pocket app, which utilizes psychological engagement to drive revenue.

At last, Adobe Photoshop comes to the iPhone (and it just might be great)

Adobe has launched Photoshop Mobile, a tailored app for phones with seamless syncing and extensive layering capabilities.

fromSocial Media Today

TikTok Saw Significant Growth in In-App Sales in 2024

In-app purchase revenue surged significantly in the U.S. and particularly on TikTok, marking a major increase in consumer spending in digital markets.

Digital life

fromwww.theguardian.com

The tyranny of apps': those without smartphones are unfairly penalised, say campaigners

Many individuals without smartphone access are being excluded from vital services and discounts.

The push for mobile apps often disregards users who do not want or cannot afford them.

fromGSMArena.com

Amazon Appstore for Android will cease to exist in August

Amazon has announced the discontinuation of the Amazon Appstore for Android, effective August 20.

The Amazon Coins program will also end, requiring users to utilize any remaining Coins before this date.

CapCut ban update: ByteDance video editor is back for U.S. users, but it's still not in Apple and Google app stores

When the law went into effect, Apple and Google had to pull TikTok and other ByteDance apps, including CapCut, from their app stores in the U.S.

Marketing

fromGSMArena.com