App Store Review Isn't Code Review—Here's Why Mobile Developers Should Care

This article clarifies why mobile app deployment fundamentally differs from web deployment: because compiled code lives on users' devices and can access sensitive hardware like cameras and payments. Recognizing that App Store review prioritizes user safety over code inspection—and that OTA updates can't replace App Store review but complement it—helps developers work more effectively within mobile constraints. Understanding these limitations makes tools like Expo's EAS Updates more valuable for achieving faster iteration cycles in mobile development.