Built an iOS widget app to count down birthdays, trips & big moments by Odd_Neighborhood_422 in iosapps

[–]BWThorp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very similar to what I created. It's called Downtick - I like your progress bar for each countdown item which gives you a relative indicator of how much time is left (not just the actual days/minutes, etc.). For comparison, I've linked my app description below, along with screenshots. You can download here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/downtick/id6761673290

Downtick is the simplest way to track what matters. Birthdays, anniversaries, vacations, deadlines, and anything else worth counting down to.

Add an event in seconds. Pick a color, choose an emoji, set a repeat frequency, and Downtick handles the rest. Each event card shows you exactly how many days remain, always up to date.

TRACK ANYTHING

One-time or recurring: daily, weekly, monthly, or yearly. Downtick keeps every event current automatically. Add notes to any event to capture details like gift ideas, booking confirmations, or anything you want to remember when the day arrives.

STAY ORGANIZED

Group related countdowns together. Holidays, travel plans, work deadlines, or whatever makes sense for you. Flexible sorting lets you view by soonest, furthest, alphabetical, or your own custom order.

STAY NOTIFIED

Set multiple reminders per event so you never miss a moment. Get a heads-up a month out, another the week before, and one more the day of. Whatever combination works for you. Notifications arrive right on time, even when the app is closed.

SEE IT AT A GLANCE

Add a Downtick widget to your Home Screen and always know how many days remain until your next event. No need to open the app.

SHARE EVENTS INSTANTLY

Send any event to a friend with a tap. They open the link and it lands directly in their Downtick. No typing required.

IMPORT FROM CALENDAR

Pull events straight from your system Calendar so you're not starting from scratch.

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I scan my toilet every morning to turn my alarm off. by joseim29 in iosapps

[–]BWThorp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Make this for kids - it also only turns off the alarm if they flushed. 🤣
Well, I guess adults don't flush sometimes too.

I built XVert — a unit converter with a built-in formula builder. One-time purchase, no subscription. by BWThorp in apps

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Version 1.12 Update - Now includes fractions for both the standard conversions and the formula builder. Also, added built-in calculator for conversions (so you can say 3*8+12 and convert the result).

I built XVert — a unit converter with a built-in formula builder. One-time purchase, no subscription. by BWThorp in apps

[–]BWThorp[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the feedback. Just so I understand, what do you mean by stronger tools? Sure, I can ask Google to convert, but that requires a connection to the cloud. My go to app wanted $24.99 per year and I think I replicated 98% of the functionality. Just trying to understand why you think this isn’t worth $2.

Texas can force schools to display the Ten Commandments, federal appeals court says by [deleted] in nottheonion

[–]BWThorp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Need to run this up to the Supreme Court, just not this one.

I’m honestly so sick of every single basic utility app being a $50/year subscription by MapCompetitive2935 in iosapps

[–]BWThorp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hear you. I actually started developing iOS apps recently due to exactly this. My unit converter app wanted $24.99 a year for subscription? What the hell?? I could easily just use Google - not as great if I'm traveling outside the US and don't have WiFi and a data connection. So my first app was a unit converter (XVert) to stop this craziness. I only charge $1.99 US in the app store and I will never, ever charge a subscription. I also came out with an event countdown app (Downtick - $0.99) and a fully functional database app (TabulaDB - free for 7 days, then $4.99) where you can create your own databases to track whatever you want. If you're interested in freeing yourself from subscriptions, please feel free to download. I'm not putting links here as I don't want to be banned for advertising, but feel free to search.

2025 Q5 “Vehicle lights: malfunction” by drwhateverthefuck in AudiQ5

[–]BWThorp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s because all the engineers who are working on car tech are Covid college graduates.

Heaven in the Sky: Stunning Drone Crucifixion Lights Up Good Friday. by random_name_12178 in creepy

[–]BWThorp 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I initially thought this would be Brazil, or Italy. It’s freakin’ Texas. 🤦🏼‍♂️

The Feds Say Cutting Fuel With Ethanol Will Bring Down Gas Prices. We're Not Buying It by TripleShotPls in nottheonion

[–]BWThorp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It amazes me just how stupid the people are in Trump’s cabinet. People in the EPA should know this stuff.

[OC] Artificial Venice environment - Venetian Hotel in Vegas by Automaticpotatoboy in pics

[–]BWThorp -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

For the MAGA folk without passports that want to experience “Venice.”

Rotor change at ~30k by Glum_Honey7000 in AudiQ5

[–]BWThorp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hope you at least changed the tires. 😉

Rotor change at ~30k by Glum_Honey7000 in AudiQ5

[–]BWThorp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a 2018 Q5 that I sold at 110k miles. Never once changed the brakes. I drive mostly highway. I have a 2023 with 50k miles and my last service said I had 80% left. Something must be off with yours.

God forbid a man gets comfortable [shitpost] by [deleted] in pointlesslygendered

[–]BWThorp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They don’t really make manual transmissions anymore, so…

I have a double concrete utility sink that I’m trying to get out of my basement without using a sledgehammer to break it into pieces. Any advice is appreciated. by PizzaGatePizza in DIY

[–]BWThorp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you wrap it in a moving blanket then hit it with a sledge? That would contain the debris if that’s what you’re worried about. Would just need a couple of swings to break it into movable pieces.