AltStore

A home for apps that push the boundaries of iOS — no jailbreak required. By
Riley Testut :fatpikachu: (npub1yk0…g32h) shanegill.io (npub153u…780n)

Website: https://altstore.io
GitHub: https://github.com/altstoreio
Patreon: https://patreon.com/rileyshane
Birdsite: https://twitter.com/altstoreio

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2024-06-27 20:50:49

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And as a bonus for those on iOS 18, we’ve also added support for Game Mode! Now you can enjoy all the benefits this brings -- such as reduced latency for game controllers and AirPods!
For the full release notes, read our Patreon post: https://patreon.com/posts/delta-1-6rc-for-106821087
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2024-06-27 20:49:12

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⚠️This version automatically hides incompatible melonDS save states. You can still view them by pressing the menu button from the save state screen and choosing "View Incompatible Save States"
From here, you can export save states and load them in previous versions of melonDS
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2024-06-27 20:47:58

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That's not all: we also added Handoff support, making it easier than ever to switch between devices!
Just bring your iPhone close to your iPad to seamlessly transfer your game to the bigger screen 📲
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2024-06-27 20:45:35

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This beta introduces polished versions of our brand-new iPad skins for all systems. These beautiful skins were designed specifically for a larger display, and are optimized for both full-screen and Stage Manager
Thanks to our friend @CarolineMoore@thread.net for these designs 💜
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2024-06-27 20:37:19

🚀 Delta 1.6 RC is now available for all Patrons! We packed in some great additions ahead of the final release:
😍 Brand-New iPad Skins
📲 Handoff Support
🎮 Game Mode (iOS 18 beta)
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2024-06-05 20:06:13

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And that’s not all: we’ve also brought our latest Clip versions to non-PAL users — no Map tab necessary!
Now everyone around the world can enjoy our best Clip versions yet 😊 https://fosstodon.org/@altstore/112367239477819399

2024-06-05 20:04:57

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⚠️ Due to MarketplaceKit limitations, you’ll need to install this update “manually” from the Settings app. Optionally, enable automatic app updates in Settings → App Installation to update in the background.
For update instructions, see our FAQ: https://faq.altstore.io/altstore-pal/updating-pal
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2024-06-05 20:03:27

🚀 AltStore PAL 2.0.1 now available! Creators can now optionally distribute Patreon-exclusive apps to free members, allowing them to grow their Patreons while still offering free apps.
And because of recent changes to Apple’s CTF, we’re using this feature to make Clip entirely FREE 🎉
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2024-05-30 20:11:14

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As always, this update also comes with several other QoL improvements and bug fixes 🪲
Check out our Patreon for complete release notes: https://patreon.com/posts/delta-1-6b2-no-105100662
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2024-05-30 20:09:35

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Plus, GBA players also get a treat in this DS update with the ability to now “insert” your GBA carts into DS!
Just long-press a DS game and choose "Insert GBA Game" to use DS dual-slot features — such as transferring Pokemon between generations ❇️ ➡️ 💎
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2024-05-30 20:08:35

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We’ve also updated melonDS to v0.9.5! This removes the need for BIOS files and improves overall performance — allowing us to bump the Fast Forward speed to 3x 🏎️🏎️🏎️
⚠️ Previous DS save states will no longer be compatible, so we advise saving normally in-game before updating
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2024-05-30 20:07:45

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For those of you who like to do multiple things at once, we’ve now added support for multiple windows on iPad — and it's optimized for Stage Manager!
Play all our systems simultaneously, and Delta will automatically handle pausing and switching the controller between games ↔️
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2024-05-30 20:06:08

🚀 Delta 1.6b2 is now available for all Patrons! This update includes some major improvements for iPad users, Nintendo DS players, and everyone in between:
🪟 Multiple Window Support (iPad)
🍉 Updated melonDS to v0.9.5
⤴️ "Insert GBA Game" for DS
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2024-05-21 17:02:47

⚠️ PAL users: if Delta did not properly update to the latest version, you may need to remove it from your My Apps tab. Just long-press the app and select “Remove”
Once you’ve done this, you can “reinstall” Delta to manually update it. You do NOT need to delete Delta at any point.
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2024-05-20 18:03:58

One month later, AltStore PAL has over 100,000 users 🥳
To celebrate, we spoke to Bloomberg about our journey to get here — including some fun behind-the-scene photos taken along the way!
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2024-05-01 18:23:26

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So what’s in the betas?
With Delta 1.6b, we’ve added brand-new gestures to make common actions more convenient!
To activate, hold down the Menu button then:
⏩ Swipe left/right (Fast Forward)
👇 Tap a button (Hold Button)
Let us know what actions you'd like to see next!
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2024-05-01 18:21:13

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For those new here, our betas include unfinished features Patrons can test & give feedback on. Once a feature is finished, we’ll publicly release it for everyone 🙂
Patrons also receive access to ALL apps for a given tier — so if you join for the Delta beta, you’ll receive the Clip beta too 🙌
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2024-05-01 18:18:53

Beta versions of Delta & Clip are now available on AltStore PAL for all Patrons on our Early Adopter tier 🧪
You can download them now from the Browse tab. If you’re not yet a Patron, easily become one by tapping an app’s Pledge button and choosing a tier
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2024-04-17 16:40:07

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AltStore PAL is an open-source, crowd-funded app store for indies 👩‍💻
Distributing apps is entirely free, & developers can optionally distribute to just their patrons with our Patreon integration
And with no manual review process, developers are in full control of distribution!
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2024-04-17 16:37:45

Europe’s coolest alternative app marketplace is HERE!
Introducing AltStore PAL — an Apple-approved version of AltStore exclusive to the EU
Download now from our website for just €1.50/year (+ VAT) 🇪🇺 https://altstore.io
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2024-01-25 19:16:58

It’s finally happening — sideloading is coming to the EU!
We’ve started the process of becoming a legitimate “app marketplace”, allowing our European friends to download [@delta](https://indieapps.space/@delta) and other AltStore apps officially for the first time ever!
See you in March ☘️
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