# Web News: Mobile Apps Are Not Dead

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Podcast: [HTML All The Things - Web Development, AI, and Developer Careers](https://stenobird.com/podcast/html-all-the-things-web-development-ai-and-developer-careers-863818)
Published: 2026-02-21T14:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcast/mobile-apps-are-not-dead
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## Resource

Are mobile apps actually “dead”? AI tools now promise instant, personalized micro apps generated in seconds. Instead of downloading general-purpose apps, some believe users will simply prompt their own custom experiences. But is that realistic? Matt breaks down the hidden costs of AI-generated apps - bug fixing, maintenance, shared user experiences, and long-term stability - and explains why traditional apps aren’t disappearing anytime soon.

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