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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 AI/2026-06-20Intermediate

Rork Max Credits Drain on Rework, Not Features — Where to Let AI Run and Where to Finish by Hand

Rork Max credit usage is driven less by how complex your app is and more by how many times you regenerate a screen. Here is a practical way to decide what to hand to AI and what to finish by hand, from an indie developer who ships to the stores solo.

Rork Dev/2026-05-06Beginner

Adding Offline Edge AI to Rork Apps — No-Internet AI Features Without Cloud APIs

How to add offline-capable AI features to apps built with Rork. Covers the Ollama + local server approach, fallback patterns, a basic chat implementation, and which use cases make local AI worthwhile.

Business/2026-04-20Intermediate

Rork vs Bubble vs Glide: An Honest Comparison From an Indie Developer Who Used All Three

A straight-talking comparison of Rork, Bubble, and Glide from an indie developer who has used all three. Which tool to pick in 2026 for mobile apps, web apps, and everything in between.

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.

Rork Basics/2026-04-18Beginner

How to Choose an AI App Development Tool in 2026 — A No-Code Beginner's Guide

With so many AI app development tools available in 2026, choosing the right one can feel overwhelming. This guide breaks them down into three clear categories and explains why Rork stands out for mobile app development.

Rork Basics/2026-04-18Beginner

Which AI App Development Tool Should You Use? — Rork vs Cursor vs Claude Code (2026)

An honest comparison of Rork, Cursor, and Claude Code from an indie developer's perspective. Learn which AI app development tool fits your situation and how to combine them effectively.

Business/2026-04-16Beginner

Rork Raises $15M Seed: What It Means for Native App AI and Individual Developers

Rork's $15M seed round signals strong conviction in native app AI. Here's what the funding means for Rork Max, how it compares to Bolt and Lovable, and how an indie developer decides whether a tool is worth depending on.

Rork Basics/2026-04-06Beginner

Rork Funding and Early Stage: How a16z's $2.8M Investment Is Shaping the Future of AI App Development

How did Rork secure $2.8M from a16z? What does being an early-stage startup mean for users right now? And where is Rork headed next? This guide answers all of it.

Rork AI/2026-04-03Beginner

Why Rork Raised From a16z: The Growth Story Behind 743K Monthly Users

Rork secured $2.8M from Andreessen Horowitz and now serves 743,000 monthly users with 85% year-over-year growth. Here's why a16z invested, what's driving the momentum, and what it means for the future of AI-powered app development.

Rork Basics/2026-03-18Beginner

Getting Started with Vibe Coding in Rork — Build Apps Using Natural Language

Learn what vibe coding is and how to use Rork to build iOS and Android apps using nothing but natural language prompts. A complete beginner's guide.

Rork Dev/2026-03-11Beginner

Rork Max Prompt Engineering — 10 Tips for Building Better Apps with AI

Master Rork Max prompt engineering with proven tips and examples. Learn how to write effective prompts that produce higher-quality native Swift apps.