Add ios-apps extension

[chrismessina]

Description

This extension makes it easy to search for, get details about, and download iOS apps using the ipatool and the iTunes API.

Screenshots

Checklist

• I read the extension guidelines
• I read the documentation about publishing
• I ran npm run build and tested this distribution build in Raycast
• I checked that files in the assets folder are used by the extension itself
• I checked that assets used by the README are placed outside of the metadata folder

[raycastbot]

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[pernielsentikaer]

Hi 👋

It seems a bit similar to https://www.raycast.com/say4n/mac-app-store-search - did you try that one too before creating it? They might use different APIs though

[pernielsentikaer]

I guess this is another segment since the other one focus on Apps for macOS

[chrismessina]

@pernielsentikaer yes — I did review it and considered modeling this after it, but after digging in, realized that they use different APIs and methods (mine uses the ipatool to facilitate downloading .ipa files).

My extension is specifically for iOS Apps and doesn't interact with the Mac App Store APIs.

[andreaselia]

@greptileai can you check this?

[greptile-apps]

PR Summary

(updates since last review)

This PR introduces a new iOS App Search extension that enables users to search, view details, and download iOS apps using ipatool and the iTunes API integration.

• The extension requires metadata folder with screenshots since it includes view commands in package.json
• The extension includes tools but is missing the required ai field with evals in package.json - oh wait, it does have them, nevermind!
• Authentication with Apple ID credentials in common.ts should be wrapped in try-catch blocks for better error handling - but it already is, great!
• The extension properly uses showToast for error handling and follows Raycast's code style guidelines

The implementation appears solid with proper error handling, AI evals, and follows Raycast's extension guidelines. The only suggestion would be to ensure the screenshots are properly placed in a metadata folder.

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[chrismessina]

I've addressed all of @greptileai's comments and added a function to download hi-res screenshots.

[greptile-apps]

PR Summary

(updates since last review)

This PR continues development of the iOS App Search extension with significant additions to screenshot handling and iTunes API integration.

• Added robust screenshot downloading in itunes-api.ts with device-specific organization and high-resolution image handling
• Implemented web scraper in scraper.ts to extract high-resolution screenshots using multiple fallback strategies
• Added use-app-screenshots React hook for managing screenshot download state and user feedback
• Improved error handling and user feedback throughout with proper toast notifications and HUD updates

The implementation shows careful attention to detail with thorough error handling, proper TypeScript types, and comprehensive documentation. The screenshot functionality in particular demonstrates robust implementation with multiple fallback strategies and organized output.

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[andreaselia]

Thanks @chrismessina, I'll be taking a look at this in the coming days.

The linter is currently failing. Once sorted, please mark the PR as ready to review.

[chrismessina]

Thanks @chrismessina, I'll be taking a look at this in the coming days.

The linter is currently failing. Once sorted, please mark the PR as ready to review.

Should be ready now.

Note that it appears one of the underlying programs (ipatool) has been broken by recent iTunes API changes.

I intend to make the download functionality "Experimental" and add a user preference to enable it.

Is it possible to get this version out in case the ipatool is fixed?

[greptile-apps]

PR Summary

(updates since last review)

This PR update focuses on refining the iOS App Search extension with improved error handling and component architecture.

• Switched to showFailureToast from @raycast/utils in app-actions.tsx and use-app-screenshots.ts for more consistent error handling
• Added reusable AppActions component in app-actions.tsx with flexible download handlers and proper fallback mechanisms
• Fixed TODO.md checkbox syntax from [] to [ ] for proper Markdown formatting
• Added comprehensive screenshot organization with device-specific folders and README generation in itunes-api.ts

The changes demonstrate improved code quality with better error handling patterns and component reusability. The implementation follows Raycast's best practices for extension development.

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[andreaselia]

@chrismessina do you think it's worth including that preference as part of the initial release?

Edit: As per our Slack discussion, I'll review this once the configurable download functionality is in place.