AI startup Replit launches feature to vibe code mobile apps

January 15, 2026

TL;DR

Replit introduces a feature for creating and publishing Apple mobile apps using natural language prompts (vibe-coding).
The feature allows for rapid app development, from idea to App Store submission in days.
Monetization of apps is facilitated through integration with Stripe.
This move is seen as an advancement in AI-powered coding, offering a user-friendly application.
Examples provided include an app to track public companies by market cap and a community app for sewists.
The trend of vibe-coding is gaining momentum, with products like Claude Code seeing significant revenue.
Concerns exist regarding the potential erosion of software stocks due to the rise of AI coding products.
Apps created with Replit must still pass Apple's App Store review process.
A recent study highlighted security vulnerabilities in AI coding agents, including Replit and Claude Code.

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