Apple has removed the "vibe coding" app Anything from its App Store, citing violations of platform guidelines regarding the execution of unauthorized code and app functionality changes.

Key points

• Apple removed the app Anything last Thursday, following similar enforcement actions against other vibe coding tools like Replit and Vibecode.
• The removals reportedly stem from violations of Apple App Store Guideline 2.5.2, which prohibits apps from downloading or executing code that alters core functionality.
• Vibe coding apps allow users to generate and debug software directly on iPhones using large language models like Anthropic’s Claude and OpenAI’s Codex.
• Anything CEO Dhruv Amin stated that Apple rejected attempts to move debugging processes into a browser window before ultimately removing the application.
• Apple recently integrated its own autonomous coding features into Xcode, allowing developers to use AI agents to review and edit code within the official environment.

This enforcement highlights a growing tension between Apple’s strict security protocols and the rise of generative AI tools that enable non-technical users to build software. By restricting these apps, Apple maintains control over its ecosystem's security while simultaneously positioning its own Xcode tools as the authorized standard for AI-assisted development.