Apple Unlocks Default App Customization in iOS 18.2 Beta
Apple's latest iOS 18.2 beta introduces a dedicated menu for customizing default apps, expanding beyond browser and email to include messaging and calling apps.
Mobile Apps
Apple Names Kino as iPhone App of the Year, Snubbing AI-Powered ChatGPT
Apple announces its App Store awards, with Kino taking top honors as iPhone App of the Year, while AI-powered apps are noticeably absent from the top list.
Apple Names Kino as iPhone App of the Year, Snubs AI-Powered ChatGPT
Apple announces Kino, a videography app, as iPhone App of the Year, overlooking AI-powered ChatGPT despite its popularity on the App Store.
Intenty App Aims to Break Mindless Phone Habits with Customizable Nudges
Ukrainian developer Yaroslav Neznaradko's Intenty app helps users develop intentional phone usage habits with customizable nudges, breathing exercises, and more.
Temu Tops US App Store Charts, ChatGPT Makes Surprise Entry
Chinese shopping app Temu dominates US App Store charts, while AI chatbot ChatGPT makes a surprise entry, beating Google's Search app in downloads
Global App Economy Sees 15.7% Growth in Consumer Spending, Despite Decline in Downloads
The global app economy experienced a 15.7% increase in consumer spending in 2024, reaching $127 billion, despite a 2.3% decline in app downloads across both Apple App Store and Google Play.
