RePebble's iOS App: A Herculean Task

2025-03-18
RePebble's iOS App: A Herculean Task

The developers behind the rebooted Pebble smartwatch project are facing a familiar challenge: Apple's restrictive policies for third-party watch developers. The article details the struggles of developing for iOS during the original Pebble, highlighting limitations imposed by Apple that prevent core functionalities like sending text messages or interacting with notifications. While an iOS app is being developed, the team acknowledges significant limitations compared to the Android version, urging users to pressure Apple to improve its policies and foster greater competition in the smartwatch market.

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