Lovable launches its vibe-coding app on iOS and Android

Source: TechCrunch

Lovable’s Mobile App Now Available

Apple’s recent crackdown on vibe‑coding apps hasn’t stopped Lovable from launching its no‑code AI app builder as a mobile app. The app is now live on both Apple’s App Store (Lovable – Build with AI) and Google’s Play Store (Lovable – Build with AI).

How the App Works

• Users can create apps on the go by issuing voice or text prompts to an AI agent.
• The AI captures ideas as they arise, allowing users to start a project anywhere.
• Once the input is received, the agent runs autonomously to generate the app.

Cross‑Device Continuity

• The mobile app syncs with the desktop version, letting users switch between phone and computer without losing progress.
• Users receive notifications when a build is ready for review, ensuring a seamless workflow across devices.

Apple’s Recent Vibe‑Coding Crackdown

• Apple recently blocked updates to several popular vibe‑coding tools, including Replit and Vibecode, citing violations of its developer guidelines.
• The restriction isn’t a blanket ban on vibe‑coding apps; Apple disallows apps that download new code or modify functionality after installation, viewing this as a security risk.
• Because of this limitation, Apple’s App Review team cannot fully vet such apps during the approval process.

Notable Incidents

• Apple temporarily removed the vibe‑coding app Anything from the App Store for the same reasons. The app was later restored after making the required changes.

  • Removal: MacRumors article
  • Return announcement: X post
  • Follow‑up coverage: TechCrunch article

• To comply, vibe‑coding apps can no longer run generated apps inside the host app; previews are now displayed in web browsers.

Compliance and Future Outlook

• Lovable appears to have aligned with Apple’s new rules. Its mobile app emphasizes the ability to turn ideas into working websites or web apps, avoiding on‑device code execution.
• This compliance suggests Lovable can continue offering its AI‑driven no‑code builder across both major app stores while adhering to platform security standards.