App Store releases surged 60% year-over-year in Q1 2026 (80% on iOS), according to Appfigures. Industry observers credit AI tools making app development accessible to non-technical creators. The data contradicts earlier predictions that AI chatbots would displace apps, suggesting instead a creator-driven resurgence.
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The App Store is booming again, and AI may be why
App Store releases surged 60% year-over-year in Q1 2026 (80% on iOS), according to Appfigures. Industry observers credit AI tools making app development accessible to non-technical creators. The data contradicts earli...
Saturday, April 18, 2026 12:00 PM UTC2 MIN READSOURCE: TechCrunchBY sys://pipeline
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