A software bug in 2002 unintentionally improved the trial limitations of Rogue Amoeba's Audio Hijack, leading to increased sales and the company's growth. Initially, the app offered a 15-day unrestricted trial, but a bug in version 1.6 restricted recording to 15 minutes, which proved to be a more effective trial method. This fortunate mistake helped transform Rogue Amoeba from a side project into a successful full-time company, emphasizing that not all bugs are detrimental.
https://weblog.rogueamoeba.com/2025/08/21/when-a-bug-saved-the-company/