Amidst the disappointment felt by consumers over the removal of over 5,000 apps deemed inappropriate or offensive, there was a brief glimpse of hope discovered by developers in the form of a new "Explicit" category.  The addition of such a category would suggest that the recently banned apps might have a home to return to by the time all is said and done. 

Unfortunately, this dream was short lived.  Just as quickly as the new category was discovered in the morning, it was found missing later in the day.  Apple confirmed the removal of the Explicit category via phone, but left the caller with a tiny ounce of hope, stating that while they are considering the new category in the future, "it's not going to happen anytime soon."

For more information on the whole ordeal, check out Adriana's article.  Where do you stand with Apple's banning of apps? Sound off below!

Via Gizmodo