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Re:Apple rejected my dictation app for using the accessibili... by BoggleOhYeah on Tuesday June 02, 2026 @08:57AM (#48369635)
Eh. I think it’s fair if Apple doesn’t want to publish something on their app store.

I just wish they weren’t so obstinate about people installing from other sources without signing/notarization. I understand it from a security standpoint but it’s also nakedly self-serving.

I’m glad that they’re fine with signing in this case.

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Re:Apple rejected my dictation app for using the accessibili... by RZelaya on Tuesday June 02, 2026 @09:03AM (#48369718)
Fair points. The notarization-but-not-App-Store path was actually a workable middle ground in my case. Apple still gates security via notarization, but doesn't gatekeep the use case. The warnings users see when installing non-App-Store apps could be lighter without compromising security.
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