Under the Radar 327: Ready for Distribution
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Sep 11, 2025 The hosts tackle the challenges of adapting to Apple's new iOS 26 design language and the mixed user reactions to their app redesigns. They reflect on the highs and lows of summer development, highlighting the shift from design constraints to exciting feature development. A significant focus is on community support for St. Jude during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, merging technology with social good. There's also a dive into modernizing the UI with SwiftUI, emphasizing reduced tech debt and improved efficiency.
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Overcast Released And Well Received
- Marco described submitting Overcast to the App Store and getting approval the next morning, releasing it automatically.
- He reported surprisingly positive user reactions to the iOS 26 redesign so far.
Accepting Tradeoffs For A New System
- Marco realized Liquid Glass has many rough edges and isn't fully baked yet, requiring design compromises.
- He accepted temporary usability trade-offs because most customers like the fresh new look.
Design For The Majority, Not Just Designers
- Prioritize how your app will look to most customers and in the App Store over niche designer objections.
- Make design choices that align with broader user acceptance and competitive context.