Company
Date Published
Author
Nadine Mansour
Word count
1603
Language
English
Hacker News points
None

Summary

The text discusses the importance of updating apps frequently, but notes that there is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question. The frequency of updates depends on various factors such as the app's purpose, its target audience, and its market position. The guide explores the nuances of app release cadences, including the types of updates, their frequencies, and the impact of these updates on an app's success. It analyzes data from the top 100 free and grossing apps to identify trends in update frequency and ranking. The study reveals that most free apps update every week, while top-grossing apps tend to release biweekly updates. Additionally, it highlights the importance of updating apps frequently to address user needs, improve ratings, and prevent negative reviews. The guide also discusses how automatic updates, new features, and bug fixes can impact an app's success. Finally, it introduces Instabug, a mobile-first platform that helps developers maintain industry-leading apps with stability and performance monitoring.