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Feb 2025
1h 19m

Why Are There So Many iOS-Only Apps?

VOX MEDIA PODCAST NETWORK
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It's time for a bonus episode! In this one, Adam tries to figure out why there are so many apps that are exclusive to iOS. He brings in Marques, Andrew, and Ellis to talk about some of the reasons he found by talking with developers. Special thanks to Christian Selig, Karn Saheb, and Curtis Herbert for lending their expertise! P.S - We're headed to Austin! ... Show More
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