The Sonos app suddenly vanished from Apple’s App Store, and nobody really knew why

The Sonos app mysteriously vanished from Apple’s App Store for several hours, leaving users confused and unable to download updates. The outage may be over, but it once again puts the spotlight on Sonos’ rocky software reputation.

After flubbing with Siri, Apple plans to host AI agents on the App Store

Developers don’t trust Apple’s Siri commission promise. Apple doesn’t know how to approve AI agents safely. WWDC is three weeks away. Something has to give.

Apple loses bid to pause App Store fee changes as case heads to Supreme Court

Apple lost its bid to pause court-ordered App Store payment changes, keeping external purchase links in place as its case with Epic heads toward the Supreme Court.

Apple introduces a cheaper option for App Store subscriptions

Apple is adding a new subscription option that lets app developers offer lower monthly pricing in exchange for a 12-month commitment.

Apple’s new App Store plan lets you pay monthly for annual subscriptions with a catch

Apple’s new App Store subscription option lets users pay annual-equivalent rates on a monthly basis, lower costs without the upfront lump sum, but with a 12-month commitment.

Apple’s Cal AI crackdown signals it’s still policing the App Store

Apple tells TechCrunch Cal AI was removed not for web payments alone, but for deceptive billing, manipulative tactics, and App Store rule violations.

AI boom fuels surge in new app launches across App Store and Google Play

App launches are surging globally as AI tools make it easier than ever for creators to build and publish mobile apps.

New Gigs app uses AI to organise your live music memories

Gigs is an AI-powered app that organises concert memories into a searchable timeline, helping users relive and track live music experiences.

The App Store is booming again, and AI may be why

New data from Appfigures shows a swell of new app launches in 2026, suggesting AI tools could be fueling a mobile software boom.

Damning report finds Apple and Google’s app stores boosting nudify apps

Despite having policies banning explicit content, Apple and Google are reportedly pointing users to AI nudify apps through autocomplete suggestions and sponsored ads. Some of those apps were even rated suitable for kids.