The Swift Package Index is now Backed by Apple
The Swift Package Index was created about three years ago by Dave Verwer and Sven A. Schmidt with the aim to make it easier for Swift developers to search and discover Swift packages. The project is now officially sponsored by Apple making it thus the official place to go for anything related to Swift packages
Swift 5.8 Adds Function Back-Deployment and Upcoming Feature Support
The latest release of Swift introduces support for piecemeal adoption of upcoming features, which allows developers to start using new features that will become stable in Swift 6. Additionally, it opens the way for making new features retroactively available in earlier OSes.
Android Studio Flamingo Brings Live Edit for Composable, Improved Build Toolchain, and More
The latest stable release of Android Studio, dubbed Flamingo, brings Live Edit for Composable UIs, new app inspection features, updated IntelliJ, and more.
Android Auto Now Supports IoT Apps Running in Cars
Android IoT apps enable running internet of things (IoT) apps in cars powered by Android Auto and Android Automotive. This will open up the possibility of controlling IoT devices like home security, lights, doors, and more, directly from within a car.
Android 14 Beta 1 Hits the Block
Now available to developers, the first beta of Android 14 focuses on privacy, security, performance, developer productivity, and user customization. In addition, it improves user experience with large-screen devices on tablets and foldables.