I honestly really love this idea and update. With vibe coding and building becoming more prevalent and easier, getting a mobile app onto your device now makes it tangible, something the creator can actually interact with. I’ve been kicking around the idea of launching an iOS app for a month or so now. Unfortunately, there doesn’t seem to be an easy path like this on Apple’s side.
The next step would be to be able to “promote” an app from a local, single-device-only status to the Google Play Store. I’m sure this is in the works. But that could also bring a barrage of sloppy apps, along with a few gems in the rough.
Sharing with friends and family is expected soon, so that first step is coming. Validation from trusted peers is key. This is quickly becoming the consumerization of apps, created by consumers rather than companies for consumers. But while a consumer may know what they want in an app and create it, experienced app developers know many peripheral decisions consumers don’t.