Finally managed to get Tartelet back up and running for my own apps. Next is working on a small release management tool to make weekly releases automated.

First yearly renewal for HomePass just came through. 🎉

My #HomeKit Black Friday sale is here! HomeCam: $3.99 (50% off) itunes.apple.com/app/id129299... HomeLog: $2.99 (40% off) apps.apple.com/app/id158440... HomePass+ Annual: $4.99 (50% off) apps.apple.com/redeem?ctx=o... HomeRun+ Annual: $2.49 (50% off) apps.apple.com/redeem?ctx=o... #SmartHome

My #HomeKit Black Friday sale is here! HomeCam: $3.99 (50% off) itunes.apple.com/app/id129299... HomeLog: $2.99 (40% off) apps.apple.com/app/id158440... HomePass+ Annual: $4.99 (50% off) apps.apple.com/redeem?ctx=o... HomeRun+ Annual: $2.49 (50% off) apps.apple.com/redeem?ctx=o... #SmartHome

I’d love to see some examples of how other indies are using RevenueCat’s promotional offers within Customer Center. Specifically the eligibility conditions.

Starting to feel the motivation to work on my apps again. Been hard to feel motivated recently while watching sales plummet.

Working through my RTSP prototype further.

The first HomePass for iOS 26 beta is now available: testflight.apple.com/join/7UF6qSA2

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Initial iOS 26 update for HomePass nearly complete. Simply updating toolbars and some buttons.

The kids demand disco lights, who am I to say no?

Trying out Xbox Cloud Gaming again. Works well enough for slower paced games so far.

🎉 It's Indie App Sales day! 🎉 Over 270 indie apps are on sale - productivity tools, creative apps, games, and more, all made by Indie Developers. Take a look while it lasts! If you find something you like, don't forget to give the app a 5-star rating! indieappsales.com #IndieAp#IndieAppSales

It's time for #IndieAppSales for July. HomePass+ Lifetime: $29.99 (25% off) HomeCam: $3.99 (50% off) HomeLog: $2.99 (40% off) HomeRun+ Lifetime: $7.99 (47% off) Get them here: apps.apple.com/us/developer/pearce-media-limited/id428120686 and discover the other apps on sale at indieappsales.com

Slowly to the moon! Reached 1000 subscriptions over night. 🚀

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Confused why HomePass has had 1000 institutional purchases in the last week. What institution needs that?

Finally adding a smart lock to my testing suite. Overdue given the edge cases that they introduce with Apple TV apps.

Getting back into the flow of my own apps. Starting with bug fixes for HomePass and HomeRun then moving onto HomeCam planning.

Over 700 subscriptions between HomePass and HomeRun now. Happy with the growth still. Could probably boost it with ads.

Feeling the urge to get back into building my own apps after a week off coding.

I've finally worked out a solution to the "saved for later" dilemma I've been having in HomePass' migration. Should be out next week.

Lesson learnt. Leaving a printer with an enclosure unintentionally in the sun can cause the printer to overheat.

Over 600 subscriptions between HomePass and HomeRun now. Good first few weeks of HomePass has helped a lot.

Feels like I’m just about in the support journey where I may not reply to emails where anyone is being rude or aggressive.

Getting review bombed by subscription haters today. If anyone is enjoying HomePass 2 and has a spare moment, any reviews would be greatly appreciated.

Hoping to get the next update for HomePass submitted tomorrow. Keeping the momentum going.

Reminder that if your feed is often populated by stuff from the same few people who post a lot, there's a feed called Quiet Posters which shows you stuff from people you follow who post less often: bsky.app/profile/why....

The new version of HomePass by @aaronpearce.com looks excellent. In addition to tracking HomeKit setup codes for all your accessories, there are now more management features, an easier way to find new devices, and a new design. Our review: www.macstories.net/reviews/home...

HomePass 2 makes managing HomeKit and Matter accessories a breeze

HomePass 2 Brings a New Design, Maintenance Features, and a Freemium Model https://www.macstories.net/reviews/homepass-2-brings-a-new-design-maintenance-features-and-a-freemium-model/

HomePass 2 for HomeKit and Matter is now available! https://buff.ly/41b2py3 More details: https://buff.ly/49ib4Ru

HomePass 2 for HomeKit and Matter is now available! https://buff.ly/41b2py3 More details: https://buff.ly/49ib4Ru

Still waiting on Apple. Expedited reviews haven’t seem to occurred. Somehow the iOS version has been in review for three hours so far as well.

An update on HomePass 2's release. I've found two show stopping bugs, and not of the fun variety. I've temporarily removed the app from sale as I wait on Apple to review the fixes. They'll be back on the App Store in the next 12 hours if the expedited reviews occur fast.

This will be a fun release cycle.

My wife took the time to create her own marketing content for HomePass 2. I think they surpass mine in every way.

HomePass 2 is coming on the 27th of November after a long time in development. Can't wait to get this out the door and into your hands. #HomeKit #SmartHome #Matter

Every app has an update ready to ship or waiting on review now. Next is updating websites and social accounts to have the new icons.

Aiming towards a release of HomePass 2 on the 27th. Just need to finish up my marketing next.

One app approved. Three apps submitted. Two app updates to go. Busy morning so far.

One out of two approved. Waiting on macOS then I can set an official release date.

HomePass 2’s paywall has passed a test review so that’s a good sign. Now to submit the final version for initial release.

Five more app updates to prepare and get reviewed this week.

Now we wait for the inevitable paywall rejection. Maybe I’ll get some RevenueCat socks out of it.

The best part of getting HomePass 2 out the door. I also get to ship all the beautiful new icons I have.

Liking the idea of using my own domain easily for Bluesky.

My Apple Developers Starter Pack was overflowing and reached it's 150 person capacity, so I created a second list, Apple Developers II, so I could add more people. Apple Developers  I: go.bsky.app/66G7TY4 Apple Developers  II: go.bsky.app/M8xLgeS

HomeCam is officially 7 years old today. It’s strange to think my HomeKit app journey started that long ago. I can’t wait to share what I’ve got planned for HomeCam in the future.

Looking to get HomePass 2 out the door this weekend. Today’s goal, marketing images and App Store copy.