The Verge

3/10/2016

This article discusses the challenges faced by app developers in the ever-growing app economy, using the example of Pixite - an app development company. It highlights the struggles Pixite faced due to changes in the App Store economy, specifically focusing on app discovery and monetization issues. The article explains how Pixite's business model, based on selling individual apps for a one-time fee, became less sustainable as the market shifted towards free or subscription-based apps. It also explores the impact of Apple's search algorithm changes and the dominance of big players in the app market. The article concludes by discussing the need for app developers to adapt their strategies to these evolving market conditions.

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