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Vibe Coding in Xcode 26.3 Delivers a Sewing-Pattern App in Under 48 Hours
technology19 days ago

Vibe Coding in Xcode 26.3 Delivers a Sewing-Pattern App in Under 48 Hours

An independent developer uses Xcode 26.3 and Claude Agent to migrate a sewing-pattern project and rapidly add ML, OCR, and NFC features, producing a cross‑device iPhone/Mac/Watch app in under two days. After solving stability issues from background agents by enforcing strict update rules, the codebase grew to 32,381 lines across 116 files (52,947 added, 10,626 deleted). The experience showcases a huge productivity boost from AI-assisted coding, tempered by the fragility of agentic workflows and ongoing UI/UX considerations, with a possible App Store launch on the horizon.

via ZDNET|
#agentic-coding#ai#app-development
Pocket AI era arrives as Claude Opus 4.5 lets you build apps from plain English
technology1 month ago

Pocket AI era arrives as Claude Opus 4.5 lets you build apps from plain English

Anthropic's Claude Opus 4.5 (with Claude Pro at $20/mo) can write code, build apps, and produce downloadable files from conversational prompts, even via its macOS‑only Cowork agent; in a hands‑on test, Jim VandeHei used it to create a 30‑question AI aptitude quiz, five‑minute training sessions, and four fully functional apps in eight hours on his phone, illustrating how AI can perform complex tasks rapidly. With OpenAI, Google, and others racing to beat Claude, the piece argues that 2026 may mark AI’s shift from novelty to widespread, practical use and urges readers to embrace these tools to stay competitive in the evolving job market.

via Axios|
#anthropic#app-development#artificial-intelligence
Nothing unveils AI-powered platform and tools for creating and sharing mini apps
technology4 months ago

Nothing unveils AI-powered platform and tools for creating and sharing mini apps

Nothing has launched Playground, an AI-powered tool that allows users to create and customize mini apps and widgets using simple text prompts, aiming to enhance software personalization on smartphones. Currently, it supports building basic widgets like flight trackers and virtual pets, with plans to expand but not yet enabling full-screen app development. The company emphasizes security and community engagement as key to its AI app ecosystem, despite being a small player in the global smartphone market.

via TechCrunch|
#ai#app-development#essential-apps
Emergent Secures $23M in Series A Funding to Democratize App Development
technology5 months ago

Emergent Secures $23M in Series A Funding to Democratize App Development

Emergent, a startup that enables non-technical users to create apps using AI prompts, has raised $23 million in Series A funding led by Lightspeed. The platform simplifies app creation, management, and deployment, aiming to democratize app development and compete with other vibe coding solutions. Since its launch, over 1.5 million apps have been built, and the company plans to expand its features, including native mobile app building and improved discovery and monetization options.

via TechCrunch|
#ai#app-development#emergent
Apple updates and expands App Store age rating system
technology7 months ago

Apple updates and expands App Store age rating system

Apple is expanding its App Store age-rating system to include 13+, 16+, and 18+ categories, replacing some previous ratings, and requiring developers to answer new questions about content and controls. The update aims to improve child safety and content appropriateness, with automatic updates across the store and upcoming public release. It also aligns with broader legislative efforts to protect children online, offering more detailed guidance for parents and potentially reducing app visibility for higher-rated content.

via TechCrunch|
#age-rating-system#app-development#app-store
Anthropic simplifies AI app creation with Claude's new customizable chatbot features
technology8 months ago

Anthropic simplifies AI app creation with Claude's new customizable chatbot features

Anthropic has introduced a new beta feature in its Claude AI chatbot that allows users to build AI-powered applications directly within the app by describing what they want, with early users creating various tools like games, learning aids, and data analysis apps. The feature also supports sharing and API interaction, and is available across multiple subscription tiers.

via The Verge|
#ai-powered-apps#anthropic#app-development