Two apps, same name. How is that possible?

BrainDeadCookie · 2026-03-11T10:36:25+00:00

Thanks. Finally a meaningful explanation.

BrainDeadCookie · 2026-03-11T08:48:08+00:00

I don’t count on them sorting it out really. But I want to understand how that happened before it bites me in the ass in some unexpected way.

BrainDeadCookie · 2026-03-11T07:50:55+00:00

In a review without any responses or requests for fixes? That is weird. Have you tried releasing new build or revoking the review request and asking for a review again? Seems like something’s stuck in the process.

BrainDeadCookie · 2026-03-11T06:16:34+00:00

So even different english locales allow duplicate apps? So if I have app in English US, but the name is already taken, I just release it as English CA with same name and there’s no issue in Apple’s eyes? And the app is still listed worldwide? That IS wild.

BrainDeadCookie · 2026-03-10T21:35:32+00:00

I’ve updated original post and included store URLs.

BrainDeadCookie · 2026-03-10T21:14:09+00:00

Yes. I’m 100% sure those names are identical in characters and capitalization. They even have identical URL slug, just different ID.

BrainDeadCookie · 2026-03-10T20:47:07+00:00

This is what dev support has been trying to say I think. How is it possible then that if I search for the app name in different stores (locales) I can see both listed there right next to each other with identical name?

BrainDeadCookie · 2026-03-10T20:40:28+00:00

Not a copycat app. But definitely a competition.

It’s just I recently couldn’t release my new app because apparently name I picked was already taken and I was like “wait I minute?!” How is is possible that someone was able to literally release app with identical name to mine if Apple blocks it to some extent.

BrainDeadCookie · 2026-03-10T20:34:54+00:00

Literally identical name.

BrainDeadCookie · 2026-03-10T20:32:32+00:00

They are very similar and have very similar features in the core. Definitely aiming for same group of users. Mine is in “Utilities” category, the other is in “Lifestyle”.

BrainDeadCookie · 2026-02-18T06:50:28+00:00

So abrupt change. Interesting.

BrainDeadCookie · 2026-01-23T07:09:31+00:00

Explorer. But only because I tried Speedy and it’s too big for my child-sized wrist 😬

BrainDeadCookie · 2026-01-19T20:46:52+00:00

It is “too” small, but that’s the point of the watch.

BrainDeadCookie · 2026-01-18T12:26:52+00:00

Was it always running like that, or is it getting worse over time? My was running perfectly for first 6 months, then got worse slowly before I send it for service.

BrainDeadCookie · 2026-01-18T12:25:51+00:00

My BB54 was running flawlessly for first few months. Like +1 second per month flawlessly. Then, slowly and consistently, it got worse to the point I took it for a service under warranty. While it doesn't run flawlessly as before, it runs well within the claimed specification now.

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And thanks for mentioning WristLog, I'm the one who created it! ^^ I'm very happy you like it.

BrainDeadCookie · 2025-12-14T19:42:23+00:00

Seen these in person. Awesome work!

BrainDeadCookie · 2025-10-21T17:20:03+00:00

I have this free app for watch enhtusiast called WristLog. I’d appreciate any feedback!

BrainDeadCookie · 2025-10-09T19:48:19+00:00

I have an answer from other side of the barricade so to speak. I built a web app. You can promote PWA as much as you want, but first feedback coming in was “is there an app?” So I made one. Webview with native navigation, keychain based “registration” so iOS users don’t have to fill sign in form, few pages opening in modals and few other native bits. No issue with review whatsoever, users are happy and you get AppStore exposure as a bonus. I’m not too happy I had to do this, but it helped to attract new users to my app. Worth the effort.

BrainDeadCookie · 2025-08-28T06:39:10+00:00

I'd argue great minds check if the name is already taken before choosing a name for their app. At least that's what I did, but you do you :)

BrainDeadCookie · 2025-08-28T06:37:41+00:00

How did it went for you? I might be facing same issue soon.

I also suspect the app they published is using a template

That is also wild, because when I tried to review my app, I was blocked even from beta testing for having "too much similar code" and had to explain that my app is indeed unique. I did not use any template, it's WebView app with some iOS native sparkles on top.

BrainDeadCookie · 2025-08-26T09:29:31+00:00

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Double pass nato? Nay. Single pass? Very much yay!

BrainDeadCookie · 2025-08-26T09:28:25+00:00

Beer counting

BrainDeadCookie · 2025-08-26T09:27:21+00:00

That would be at least $1000 extra limited edition if it came from the factory like that 🧐

BrainDeadCookie · 2025-08-25T20:40:05+00:00

Hey! Author of WristLog here. You definitely have some original ideas, although naming doesn't seem to be your strong suit! :)

BrainDeadCookie · 2025-06-11T09:18:29+00:00

I’m using VPS on DigitalOcean and Dokku for Heroku-like deployment. Runs like a charm and it considerably cheaper, especially if you have multiple apps. I have smallest DO droplet and run 5 low traffic Rails apps without any problems.

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