“死了么”App引热议，开发者最新回应

Core Insights - The app "Are You Dead?" has gained significant attention, ranking first in the paid software category on the Apple App Store as of January 8 [1] - It is designed as a lightweight safety tool for individuals living alone, requiring users to set emergency contacts and check in regularly [1] - If a user fails to check in for consecutive days, the app will automatically notify their emergency contacts via email the next day [1] Group 1 - The app was developed by a small team of three post-95s who work remotely and identified a demand for such a tool based on discussions on social media over the past few years [5] - The team noted that the app's name "Are You Dead?" sparked considerable discussion, leading them to recognize its potential significance and necessity [5] - Although the download numbers are not disclosed, the team confirmed that the app's growth rate is very fast, with some users experiencing missed check-ins [5] Group 2 - Following the app's popularity, users have suggested various optimizations, including changing the notification method to SMS and improving the check-in process [7] - There are mixed opinions on the app's name, with some users suggesting it should be changed to "Are You Alive?" due to the negative connotation of the word "dead" [7] - The developer has not received any requests from authorities to change the app's name, emphasizing the importance of confronting the concept of death [8]