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PLAY — Google Play's target API level 36 requirement took effect yesterday, August 31. From today, new apps and updates must target Android 16VISIBILITY — Apps still on API 35 stay listed but disappear for users on newer Android versions. No error is raised; new installs simply fade, which makes the change easy to missEXTENSION — If you missed the deadline, an extension through November 1, 2026 can be requested in Play Console — best filed alongside a concrete migration planAPPLE — On the Apple side, the event lands September 9 and iOS 27 is reported to ship September 14. Testing generated apps on iOS 27 hardware before release week is time well spentEXPO — Expo released expo-paste-input on August 28, a native module that brings image, GIF, and sticker paste to React Native TextInputEAS — EAS Observe reached general availability on August 20, putting crash and performance monitoring on the same EAS platform as builds and updatesPLAY — Google Play's target API level 36 requirement took effect yesterday, August 31. From today, new apps and updates must target Android 16VISIBILITY — Apps still on API 35 stay listed but disappear for users on newer Android versions. No error is raised; new installs simply fade, which makes the change easy to missEXTENSION — If you missed the deadline, an extension through November 1, 2026 can be requested in Play Console — best filed alongside a concrete migration planAPPLE — On the Apple side, the event lands September 9 and iOS 27 is reported to ship September 14. Testing generated apps on iOS 27 hardware before release week is time well spentEXPO — Expo released expo-paste-input on August 28, a native module that brings image, GIF, and sticker paste to React Native TextInputEAS — EAS Observe reached general availability on August 20, putting crash and performance monitoring on the same EAS platform as builds and updates
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Rork Basics/2026-07-09Beginner

An Honest Review of the Rork AI App Builder After Three Months — Strengths, Weaknesses, and Who It's For (Revisited July 2026)

A no-spin review of the Rork AI app builder from a solo developer who shipped to the App Store with it and kept using it for three months. What was fast, what surprised me, how to judge the pricing, and who it actually fits.

Rork Basics/2026-07-09Intermediate

Rork vs Replit — Which AI Tool Is Best for Mobile App Development in 2026?

A comprehensive comparison of Rork and Replit for mobile app development. Compare features, pricing, App Store publishing, and native capabilities in 2026.

Rork Dev/2026-05-16Advanced

Migrating Firebase CocoaPods to SPM in Rork Max Apps

Firebase Apple SDK's CocoaPods distribution ends in October 2026. Here's a detailed migration log from moving 4 Rork Max iOS apps to Swift Package Manager — including dSYM failures, module errors, and the Dropbox conflict copy problem you'll definitely hit.

Rork Dev/2026-05-04Intermediate

Rork Max App Store & Google Play Submission Checklist 2026

The submission pitfalls specific to Rork Max-generated apps — privacy permissions, build numbers, Data Safety sections, and API key exposure. Use this before you hit submit.

Rork Basics/2026-05-04Beginner

Onspace or Rork Max for Complex App Logic? Notes From Building the Same App in Both

I handed the same requirements — payments, async error handling, and permission-based UI — to both Onspace and Rork Max, then compared what came back and how fixable it was. Here's my decision framework, plus a quick way to test which fits your project.

Rork AI/2026-05-04Intermediate

What Can Rork Max Actually Generate in SwiftUI? — Real-Device Testing in 2026

An honest assessment of Rork Max's SwiftUI native app generation — what it handles well, where it struggles, and what that means for your App Store submission. Based on real-device testing.

Rork AI/2026-04-25Intermediate

Rork AI App Builder 2026 Review: What 3 Months and 3 Shipped Apps Taught Me

An honest review from an indie developer who shipped three apps to the App Store using Rork over three months. The real strengths, the real friction, and whether the price tag holds up.

Business/2026-04-25Beginner

Rork AI App Builder Review 2026: What 30+ Apps Taught Me About Where It Wins and Where It Doesn't

Rork is less flashy than the marketing videos suggest, but more dependable than I expected. After building 30+ apps with it as a solo developer, here is an honest take on the territory it owns and the territory you should still write yourself.

Rork Basics/2026-04-20Beginner

Build a Baby Diary App in 1 Hour with Rork — A Beginner's Guide to AI App Development

Learn how to build a baby diary and growth tracking app using Rork — no coding required. Add photo journaling, height/weight charts, and a photo gallery in about 1 hour with AI-powered app development.

Rork Basics/2026-04-18Beginner

One Year with Rork: An Honest Review — What It's Good At, Where It Falls Short, and Who Should Use It

A genuine assessment of Rork after a year of daily use for indie app development — the good, the frustrating, and the honest verdict on who it's worth it for.

Business/2026-04-10Beginner

Rork Raises $2.8M from a16z: What It Means for Indie App Developers

AI app builder Rork announced $2.8M in pre-seed funding from a16z, alongside stunning growth metrics: $1.5M ARR in 3 days, 743k monthly visitors, and 85% growth rate. Here's what this means for indie developers and app builders.

App Dev/2026-04-04Intermediate

Rork Max × Foldable iPhone 2026 — App Design Strategy for the Folding Screen Era

Multiple supply chain sources indicate a foldable iPhone is coming in late 2026. Here's how to use Rork Max and SwiftUI adaptive layouts to get your app ready now — before the device ships.