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Concrete Calculator App: Know Exactly What You Need Before You Pour

Free concrete calculator app for iPhone. Get cubic yards, bag counts, and cost estimates for slabs, post holes, footings, and stairs.

February 8, 20265 min read

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EU VAT Utility Invoices

How to Create EU VAT Invoices on iPhone (Step-by-Step)

Tutorial: create EU VAT-compliant invoices on your iPhone in under a minute. Smart VAT logic, PDF export, and client management included.

February 6, 20269 min read

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Figurines 3D AI Chinese New Year CNY Pack iOS

Figurines Update: Chinese New Year Pack (Red Envelope, Rabbit Lantern, Firecrackers & More)

Introducing the Chinese New Year Pack for Figurines: red envelope, rabbit lantern, firecrackers, New Year bow, Er Ren Zhuan, Yangge dance and more—create CNY‑themed 3D figurines in seconds.

February 6, 20262 min read

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Pet Apps Pet Mood Translator Cat Behavior

Cat Body Language Guide: Understanding Your Cat's Tail, Ears & Posture

Learn to read your cat's body language. Decode tail positions, ear signals, and posture to understand when your cat is happy, anxious, or wants space.

February 5, 20268 min read

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Pet Apps Pet Mood Translator Dog Behavior

Dog Body Language Guide: What Tail, Ears & Posture Really Mean

Learn to read your dog's body language. Decode tail positions, ear signals, and posture to understand if your dog is happy, anxious, or stressed.

February 5, 20268 min read

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Utility Productivity

Living Alone Safely: How to Build Your Personal Emergency Network

A practical guide to setting up a safety net for solo living. Learn how to protect yourself and give loved ones peace of mind.

February 5, 20268 min read

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Productivity Utility

How to Reduce Screen Time: A Science-Backed Guide to Breaking the Scroll

Learn why you can't stop scrolling and proven strategies to reduce screen time on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Backed by research.

February 5, 20267 min read

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Announcement iOS Development Utility Productivity

Best Screen Time Tracker App for TikTok, Instagram & YouTube (Free)

Stop Brain Rot is a free iPhone app to track and limit TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube screen time. Break doom scrolling habits with this digital detox app.

February 2, 20267 min read

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EU VAT Invoices Freelancers Compliance iOS

EU VAT Invoice Generator: Simple, Compliant Invoicing in 30 Seconds

How freelancers create EU VAT–compliant invoices fast with smart VAT logic, reverse-charge text, and professional PDFs.

January 31, 20263 min read

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