Most modern iPhone owners have probably found themselves asking the question, “How do you make apps on your iPhone?” The question is easy to ask, but the answer is a bit more complicated. App development isn’t the hardest endeavor in the technological world, but it’s also not a walk in the park. There’s a reason
Developer Tips
Double ended podcasting with iOS and iPad Pro
Ever since the release of the 12.9″ iPad Pro last fall, there has been a debate raging over whether or not it could truly be a laptop replacement. Last month’s launch of the 9.7″ model just fueled the fire. The iPad Pro is one of the more polarizing products Apple has released in recent memory,
Developer tips: Quality assurance checks worth doing
The App Store has tons of applications and it can be hard to stand out amongst the big players. However, one of the ways developers can do this is by ensuring they get the little details right. A great app is one that stays great in all conditions. As a user I wouldn’t be pleased
How Apple can improve the accessibility of emoji on iPhone
Last September, I wrote an article in which I discussed the ways Apple could make iOS more visually accessible. In hindsight, my wish list of improvements, while good, was incomplete.
How to edit and delete App Store reviews on iPhone and iPad
The other day I was looking through the App Store and noticed that my reviews for some apps needed to be updated. Instead of having to search for individual apps, I wanted an easy way to see and manage all the reviews I had ever left. As it turns out, not only can you view
How to automatically calculate aspect ratios on iPhone
If you’re a developer, designer, or photographer, you probably spend quite a bit of time trying to calculate aspect ratios. If you have an iPhone, x2y can do all that for you automatically.
The easy way to make Apple and Amazon affiliate links
Linking to apps, gadgets, books, music and more has become second nature. Here’s an easy way to make Apple and Amazon affiliate links to share.
Developer tips: Getting app coverage that actually sells your app
Writing app pitches is one of the hardest parts of effectively marketing your app. Here are some tips you should know before hitting the send button…
Join us at the Release Notes conference in Indy this fall!
If you’re in the midwest and want to learn more about indie iOS and Mac development from the best in the industry, the Release Notes conference is for you! It will be held in Indianapolis, IN this October.
Developing for Apple Watch: Putting user interface first
The Apple Watch is a unique device because of its small size. It could be disastrous to think of Watch apps as shrunken down iPhone apps. In fact, the Watch app should almost always do far less than the iPhone app. Here’s why!
Four tips for improving the visual accessibility of your app
As someone who’s visually impaired, my condition makes me hyper sensitive to design choices, and I feel I’m pretty attuned to what works and what doesn’t for me. With that in mind, here are four tips for optimizing the visual accessibility of your app.
