This is about as heartbreaking as they come. As you may know, Apple approves all applications for sale in the iPhone App Store. They do this to prevent unwelcome applications (porn, apps that crash the phone, etc.) and for the most part this is a good idea. And, judging by the quality of some of the apps, Apple isn’t doing a lot of let’s say “quality control.”
So, it is with great surprise to see that the new application Pull My Finger was rejected. What does this app you ask? Well, if you have to ask you probably don’t want to know - because for those who suspect they know what this app is all about, let me confirm it is everything you expect and more more more! This is one of the most pull featured, um… “finger pulling” simulators ever! There’s an amazing array of customization settings with this application. It’s destined to become a pop culture classic, if only Apple would allow it to go on sale.
According to MacRumors, here is the rejection letter:
Hello Developer,
We’ve reviewed your application Pull My Finger. We have determined that this application is of limited utility to the broad iPhone and iPod touch user community, and will not be published to the App Store.
It may be very appropriate to share with friends and family, and we recommend you review the Ad Hoc method on the Distribution tab of the iPhone Developer Portal for details on distributing this application among a small group of people of your choosing.
Regards,
Victor Wang
Worldwide Developer Relations
Apple, Inc.
But, good news folks. The smart fellas over at Air-o-Matic.com have released a video of this stupendous app. See it in action!
Limited appeal? I don’t think so. This is the broadest of broad appeal. So, there is your call to action, folks! Leave a comment on the YouTube video and tell Apple you want to Pull My Finger!
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