plaincode - app development + tech blog https://plaincode.github.io/ News and updates from plaincode - mobile app development for iOS and Android en-us Sat, 21 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Website Relaunch: New Modern Design & Enhanced Performance https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2026-02-21 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2026-02-21 Sat, 21 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 We're excited to announce the complete relaunch of our website with a stunning new design! The site now features a modern glassmorphism aesthetic with our Bavaria Blue theme, delivering a fresh, professional look that's fast and responsive across all devices.

What's New: Modern glassmorphism design with beautiful frosted glass effects, lightning-fast performance with migration from WordPress to static site, and enhanced mobile experience with fully responsive design.

]]> The One That Got Away: 3DTouch Scale https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2026-01-01 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2026-01-01 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Happy New Year! For our first post of 2026, we're sharing a fun piece of plaincode history. Back in the iPhone 6s era, we developed an innovative app called 3DTouch Scale that turned your iPhone into a digital weight scale using the pressure-sensitive 3D Touch sensors.

The concept was brilliant: measure fruits directly on the screen, or use a clever finger-balancing technique for non-capacitive objects. We even made a demo video! But alas, Apple had concerns about potential hardware damage from users placing heavy objects on their screens. The app never made it past review.

You can still check out what could have been—it's preserved as a testament to creative (if slightly risky) hardware experimentation. Sometimes the best ideas are the ones that make reviewers nervous!

]]> Clinometer App Releases Version 3.0 for Android: Enhanced Compatibility and Stability https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2024-10-28 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2024-10-28 Mon, 28 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000 We are excited to announce the release of Clinometer App Version 3.0 for Android devices. This major update brings full compatibility with the latest Android operating systems and introduces crucial stability fixes to enhance user experience.

Clinometer has long been a trusted tool for professionals and hobbyists alike, providing precise angle and slope measurements typically within ±0.1 degrees.

]]> Barometer iOS App updated https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2024-04-15 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2024-04-15 Mon, 15 Apr 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Barometer updated to fix the access to the barometer sensor. Due to the iOS 17 update, apps need to request permission to motion and fitness related data.

]]> iContacts+ app updated for iOS14 to version 2.8 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2020-10-03 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2020-10-03 Sat, 03 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +0000 A required update of the iContacts+ is now rolled out as version 2.8. In iOS14 the old API was not supported anymore and the updated app uses the modern Contact framework.

]]> Updates released for iOS 13 with dark mode support – Working on new features https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2020-01-11 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2020-01-11 Sat, 11 Jan 2020 12:00:00 +0000 After updating all of our apps to support dark mode and all current iPhone/iPad models, we are working on new features in Clinometer. Stay tuned!

]]> Added support for iPad Pro, iPhone XS and iPhone XR https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2018-11-14 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2018-11-14 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 12:00:00 +0000 The clinometer app was updated to support all the new devices. We are also working on new features / options, stay tuned.

]]> iPhone X & iOS 11 Updates https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2017-12-12 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2017-12-12 Tue, 12 Dec 2017 12:00:00 +0000 All the Sensor Utility apps are now updated for iPhone X & iOS 11. All our other apps will also receive an update shortly.

]]> Future news can also be received here https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2013-11-25 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2013-11-25 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 12:00:00 +0000 As a small startup, if you want to support us (like, follow or +1) and will stay informed about our activity through Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and GitHub.

]]> Clinometer v3.7 with new unit mode (V:H), new theme (bigger dial) and localized speech synthesis! https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2013-06-16 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2013-06-16 Sun, 16 Jun 2013 12:00:00 +0000 Clinometer v3.7 brings exciting new features including a new unit mode (V:H), a new theme with a bigger dial for better visibility, and localized speech synthesis for enhanced accessibility!

]]> MagicHue is now compatible with the iPad https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2013-01-15 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2013-01-15 Tue, 15 Jan 2013 12:00:00 +0000 MagicHue is now compatible with the iPad, bringing the full color control experience to the larger screen.

]]> MagicHue iOS app for Philips hue released https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2012-12-21 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2012-12-21 Fri, 21 Dec 2012 12:00:00 +0000 Get a relaxing mood or party disco at your home: We released the MagicHue iOS app for Philips hue.

]]> Clinometer v3.6 now features speech synthesis https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2012-11-17 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2012-11-17 Sat, 17 Nov 2012 12:00:00 +0000 Clinometer v3.6 now features speech synthesis. Enjoy hands-free angle measurements!

]]> All our apps will support the new iPhone 5 as a free update! https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2012-09-13 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2012-09-13 Thu, 13 Sep 2012 12:00:00 +0000 Great news for iPhone 5 users: All our apps will support the new iPhone 5 as a free update!

]]> Updated website for supporting retina displays https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2012-08-06 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2012-08-06 Mon, 06 Aug 2012 12:00:00 +0000 Updated website for supporting retina displays (including new MacBook Pro). Everything looks crisp and sharp now!

]]> Clinometer update for Android released https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2012-04-29 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2012-04-29 Sun, 29 Apr 2012 12:00:00 +0000 Update for Clinometer on Android released with functional and optical improvements.

]]> Clinometer Pro now available on Android Market https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2011-09-09 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2011-09-09 Fri, 09 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0000 After over 250,000 downloads of the free version, our pro version of Clinometer is now in the Android Market. This version can be calibrated and adds support for tablet devices where the orientation is different. Thanks for your support!

]]> Clinometer in staff favorites in iTunes U.S. https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2011-02-25 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2011-02-25 Fri, 25 Feb 2011 12:00:00 +0000 Clinometer is in staff favorites in iTunes U.S. Thanks for the honor! An update with more features will come soon!

]]> Clinometer now available on Android Smartphones https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2010-12-24 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2010-12-24 Fri, 24 Dec 2010 12:00:00 +0000 Clinometer is now available on Android Smartphones. It is a demo version, if there are enough downloads we will add a calibration function.

]]> Clinometer now available on Windows Phone 7 Marketplace! https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2010-11-08 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2010-11-08 Mon, 08 Nov 2010 12:00:00 +0000 Clinometer is now available on the Windows Phone 7 Marketplace!

]]> iSetSquare featured in AppAdvice news headlines https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2010-07-23 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2010-07-23 Fri, 23 Jul 2010 12:00:00 +0000 The new iSetSquare product is briefly presented in the AppAdvice news headlines! That makes us happy, thanks!

]]> iSetSquare (iGeodreieck) available on the App Store! https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2010-07-21 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2010-07-21 Wed, 21 Jul 2010 12:00:00 +0000 iSetSquare (iGeodreieck), available on the App Store! This is designed exclusive for iPhone 4 using the retina display and the new gyroscope sensor to their limits.

]]> HD apps available on the iPad App Store! https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2010-04-03 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2010-04-03 Sat, 03 Apr 2010 12:00:00 +0000 Clinometer HD, MagnetMeter HD and Spin The Bottle HD available on the iPad App Store! All are available for free until they are updated to universal apps! Clinometer HD had a jump start and is currently in the TOP 100 of all free apps at place 57.

]]> MagnetMeter and AccelMeter available on the App Store! https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2009-12-18 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2009-12-18 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0000 MagnetMeter and AccelMeter available on the App Store! The world's first Vector Magnetometer on the iPhone 3GS for one buck. The AccelMeter is available for free!

]]> New homepage design! https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2009-08-25 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2009-08-25 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:00:00 +0000 New homepage design! Thanks to hard work in the background this page now runs in the Google App Engine cloud. We can now offer online services in the same way we provide the homepage you just see right now.

]]> Clinometer update submitted to the app store https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2009-07-15 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2009-07-15 Wed, 15 Jul 2009 12:00:00 +0000 Clinometer update submitted to the app store. Use two devices to measure angles: The update will be freely available to all existing customers.

]]> Follow us on Twitter https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2009-05-10 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2009-05-10 Sun, 10 May 2009 12:00:00 +0000 Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/plaincode

]]> Some of our iPhone applications are free of charge for a limited time https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2009-01-17 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2009-01-17 Sat, 17 Jan 2009 12:00:00 +0000 Some of our iPhone applications are free of charge for a limited time. Have fun trying them out! We are reorganising ourselves and are currently in development of new applications and updates.

]]> Welcome to the source of plain code! https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2008-11-09 https://plaincode.github.io/news/#2008-11-09 Sun, 09 Nov 2008 12:00:00 +0000 Welcome to the source of plain code! Usually we operate in the background and develop business to business applications in the web context, but recently we found a taste on end-user products. The iPhone is the ideal platform to test new user applications and experiences.

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