Weekly Newsletter Issue 42 - 2024 Wrap-up

Welcome to the last edition of our newsletter for this year!!!

As 2024 comes to a close, it’s time to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve shared throughout the year 2024!

We’ll revisit the highlight and the milestones achieved. Whether you’ve been with us since the beginning or joined halfway through, this wrap-up is our way of celebrating everything we’ve built, explored, and discovered together.

Our most read articles of the year

This year, we’ve published 119 articles, covering a wide range of topics from branding to the latest on Apple Intelligence, across diverse formats to keep you informed and inspired.

Among these, here are the most-read articles of 2024:

Preparing your App Icon for dark and tinted appearance

Tinted app icons have sparked discussions in the developer community. Flora tells you everything you need to know in order to adapt your app icon to the new Home Screen customization options introduced in iOS 18.

Preparing your App Icon for dark and tinted appearance

Discover the new requirements for app icons introduced with iOS 18.

Create with SwiftFlora Damiano

Sign in with Apple on a SwiftUI application

Sign in with Apple is an authentication service that leverages Apple ID credentials for login, eliminating the need to create and manage separate passwords. In this article, Tiago and Matteo guide you on how to start your journey by implementing it in a SwiftUI app.

Sign in with Apple on a SwiftUI application

Learn how to add Sign in with Apple to a SwiftUI project using the Authentication Services framework.

Create with SwiftTiago Gomes Pereira

Using App Intents in a SwiftUI app

In this tutorial, Tiago and Matteo show how to create an App Intent with a custom data type as a parameter and how to make it available for users in multiple places inside the system such as Siri, Spotlight, and Shortcuts.

Using App Intents in a SwiftUI app

Learn how to add App Intents to your SwiftUI app enabling users to reach its main functionalities from anywhere on the phone.

Create with SwiftTiago Gomes Pereira

Creating Shapes from SVG in a SwiftUI app

In this practical tutorial, Pasquale demonstrates how to create SwiftUI shapes out of SVG images and explore its benefits.

Creating Shapes from SVG in a SwiftUI app

Learn how to create SwiftUI shapes out of SVG images.

Create with SwiftPasquale Vittoriosi

Introduction to RealityView

Giovanni and Pasquale present a comprehensive guide to RealityKit and RealityView, providing the knowledge you need to display and manipulate 3D content within your visionOS apps.

Introduction to RealityView

Explore RealityKit starting from RealityView and how to use it in your visionOS apps

Create with SwiftGiovanni Monaco

Conferences

This year, we had the opportunity to participate in 6 conferences across Europe, sharing knowledge, connecting with the community, and, most importantly, spreading our passion.

Desina02, DesignFAO, iOSDevUK, Swift Conf, Swift Heroes, Swift Leeds

From delivering talks to hosting workshops, every event was an opportunity to learn, inspire, and grow together.

Create with Swift Napoli Meetup

This year, we hosted our very first Meetup, and it was truly unforgettable!
The enthusiasm and creativity exceeded all expectations, leaving us inspired by your incredible ideas and passion.

The community

Our greatest strength is our incredible community and the global network of developers. This year, we’ve read tons of your articles and proudly highlighted 133 standout pieces that inspired, enlightened, and challenged us all.

Our Releases

Our team of creatives has also released 5 projects this year that we’re incredibly proud of. Some to guide, some to explore and some just for fun. If you missed any of them, they’re available for download:

Speculative Spatial Design Canvas

Layout guide and design tool for spatial app and game development.The Speculative Spatial Design Canvas is a pivotal tool for creating spatial computing experiences, meticulously crafted and informed by scientific insights from Neuroscience; it offers a comprehensive framework for developers to navigate the intricacies of spatial design with confidence and clarity.The best way to experience the canvas is by printing it out and crafting your ideas with your own hands.Rooted in the principles of data-driven design, the Speculative Spatial Design Canvas is a guiding beacon for developers, empowering them to craft immersive and user-friendly experiences while mitigating potential challenges, such as cybersickness and fatigue.By delineating spatial relationships and optimizing interaction dynamics, this canvas facilitates the creation of environments that prioritize user comfort and engagement.

Gumroad

‎Dots on Faces

‎The App does literally what its title claims: take a picture containing faces, and it will place a brightly colored dot over each one. Which by the way, is a direct and pretty literal interpretation of a quote by the Artist himself: I will be remembered as “the artist who put dots over people’s face…

App Storeimaginary institute

Anachronism

AnachronismMore Than Just a Clock – An innovative blend of design and functionality in an macOS app. Anachronism brings time’s elegance to life with a seamless fusion of classic analog beauty and modern digital precision. Crafted entirely in SwiftUI, this macOS app redefines sophistication in both design and coding.A Digital Clock Like No OtherThis is more than timekeeping; it’s a visual symphony, inspired by and dedicated to the visionary work of Humans Since 1982.Elegance RedefinedWitness the harmony of analog craftsmanship and digital innovation. Timekeeping has never been this elegant.A Work of ArtTurn every moment into a masterpiece. Let your clock be more than just a tool – let it be a stunning piece of art.__________________Experience the elegance of Anachronism on iPadOS and tvOS as well.Download on the App Store for tvOSDownload on the App Store for iPadOS__________________Anachronism was crafted with love by Flora Damiano & Giovanni Monaco in Napoli, Italy.

Gumroad

Spatial Interactions Playgrounds for visionOS

Unlock the potential of visionOS with this comprehensive project showcasing 2D and 3D interaction techniques. Perfect for developers, designers, and anyone passionate about the next generation of user interfaces.What’s inside:2D Interaction Gallery- Single Tap Mastery- Double Tap Dynamics- Pinch and Hold Precision- Pinch and Drag Fluidity- Zoom Finesse- Rotation Expertise3D Spatial Playground- Immersive Sphere Stacking- Real-time Hand Tracking- Dynamic Scene Reconstruction- Physics-based InteractionsTechnical Highlights- Built with SwiftUI and RealityKit- ARKit integration for hand tracking- Custom interaction recognizers- RealityView rendering- visionOS-specific UI elementsIdeal for:- iOS developers venturing into spatial computing- UX/UI designers exploring new interaction paradigms- Students and educators in HCI and AR/VR fields- Tech enthusiasts curious about visionOS capabilitiesPackage Includes:- Complete source code- Detailed README- Extensive code comments for easy understandingNote: This project requires Xcode 15.4+ and the visionOS SDK. Compatible with visionOS 1.2+ for development.Disclaimer: The project is intended for exploratory purposes to learn about 2D and 3D interaction techniques in visionOS. The project’s source code is not intended to be used in production, is provided as is with no warranties or commitment for continued maintenance. For more details, refer to the LICENSE.

Gumroad

‎Lucid - Floating Timers

‎Keep your workflow smooth with translucent timers that you can position anywhere on your screen. Simply type natural phrases like “30 minutes” or “2 hours,” and watch as Lucid creates beautiful, floating timers that stay out of your way while keeping you on track. Key Features: Natural Language Inp…

Mac App Storeimaginary institute

Indie Apps of the year

Each week, we explored the App Store to discover standout apps crafted by indie developers. Along the way, we uncovered countless hidden gems that deserved the spotlight.

Here are the 40 apps that impressed us in 2024!

This year was marked by the launch of Vision Pro, the first Spatial Computer that is revolutionizing the world of extended reality, as well as Apple Intelligence, Apple’s AI that’s set to transform how we interact with our devices. Through our dedicated pages, developers can stay ahead and create extraordinary apps.

Make it Spatial

Make it Spatial Building limitless experiences Spatial computing is not just a trend; it’s a paradigm shift in the way we interact with digital environments, pushing the boundaries of imagination and technological innovation. Make it Spatial is our dedicated section where we explore the realms of spatial computing. We

Create with SwiftCreate with Swift

Make it Intelligent

Make it Intelligent Designing apps that learn and adapt Throughout the years, Apple’s advancements in chip design have opened up incredible possibilities for developers. Beyond the improvements in performance and energy efficiency, specialized support for processing artificial intelligence tasks was introduced. AI tools like Create ML and Core ML

Create with SwiftCreate with Swift

Accessibility remained a core focus for us this year, reflecting Apple’s commitment to creating technology that is inclusive and empowering for everyone. We’ve kept updating our dedicated accessibility page.

Make it Accessible

Make it Accessible Creating applications that are truly for everyone App development is a continuously evolving field, and ensuring accessibility for all users is a crucial aspect of it. It’s a testament to a developer’s unwavering dedication to providing a digital experience in which every user, regardless of their cognitive

Create with SwiftPasquale Vittoriosi

We want thank the contributors and everyone involved in the Create with Swift project. Your hard work, creativity, and dedication have been the cornerstone of everything we’ve accomplished together this year.

To everyone we met along the way, to the community and to our subscribers, thank you for your support and enthusiasm. Your engagement fuels our passion and inspires us to keep striving for more.

You are the inspiration that will carry us into 2025!

As always...

We can’t wait to see what you will Create with Swift... next year!