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Beta-first discovery: TestFlight becomes a hub for new Mac/iOS apps

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Mac and IOS apps Beta-first TestFlight

Beta-first discovery is turning TestFlight invites into a launchpad for indie Mac and iOS apps. From near-ready bets on Harvee to early looks at Loxi, builders are using beta links to drum up testers and fast feedback. [1][5]

Harvee beta on TestFlight signals a gateway for wellness apps. The post notes “Probably the last week for Harvee beta testing,” and highlights stress tracking, HRV, sleep, and recovery insights. [1]

New app for TestFlight—another indie project using the platform to drop beta access and recruit testers quickly. [2]

Traviflow is leaning into a TestFlight-based push, offering 24 hours of lifetime-free access to entice signups, with testers sharing early impressions while some report TestFlight links not working. [3]

Grownix opens up beta feedback exchanges inside TestFlight, inviting testers to swap notes and reciprocate testing so developers get candid, actionable input. [4]

Loxi, a macOS tool for editing .xcstrings files, rolls out a TestFlight beta to catch localization glitches and streamline on-device translations. [5]

As indie devs lean on TestFlight for launches and feedback loops, the line between beta invites and real-world updates keeps tightening.

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Reddit

Probably the last week for Harvee beta testing

Harvee iOS stress tracker beta; highlights HRV, sleep, and recovery with Apple Watch support; TestFlight link promotes release.

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New app for TestFlight

New TestFlight app announced; beta testing invite via link; testers join beta today.

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Traviflow is 100% lifetime free for the next 24 hours !

Traviflow offers free lifetime access for 24 hours via TestFlight; users sign up, but links often fail; some interest remains.

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🚀 Exchanging Beta Feedbacks — My app helps people stop overspending (TestFlight inside)

iOS beta tester discusses Grownix, a save-first budgeting app; invites feedback exchange and reciprocal testing via TestFlight.

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[Beta] Loxi – A macOS app for editing .xcstrings files

Loxi macOS beta edits xcstrings with on-device translation; testflight link provided; comparison to app-localization.com noted.

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