Why iOS/iPhone Mobile Application Development Rules the App store Revenues

The following are the reasons that make iOS platform superior to other platforms: 

1. Quality over quantity – the Apple store has over 14 million apps which are available across 150 countries. iPhone app development has unmatched quality and this is possible only because Apple keeps a tight rein on both the iPhone hardware and the iOS and scrutinizing the apps before they are allowed to enter the Apple store. Thus, the apps that were available were of high-quality and well-integrated apps.

2. User experience – iPhones have a dedicated user base and if an app is provided that can benefit the users at a higher magnitude, these users generally stay loyal. The fact that on Apple’s operating system, the user experience is heightened, provides a leverage for the mobile app developers.

3. Higher app revenue- Everybody knows that Apple generally targets the premium smartphone markets, especially customers with higher income. To enhance their user experience, they are willing to spend more money for tools and services related to them. Mobile app development companies have discovered that they can achieve higher profits in developing an iOS app. They also know that if they monetize the app it will deliver them good returns.

4. Fewer bugs- This is one of the biggest advantages that Apple’s operating system has achieved. Since there are only a few types of devices running on iOS, it is easier to develop apps with as fewer bugs as possible. Another factor is the strict guidelines Apple follows when it comes mobile app development. Since Apple is all about lesser code writing for their apps, lesser the codes written lesser the bugs to be fixed.

5. Excellent developer tools – Apple provides better developer tools for mobile application development as compared to any other platform. It is built on years of experience and its tools are firmer and faster emulators.

6. Review process – The review process for an app development is considerably longer on the Apple platform as compared to the rest. The reason for this is because of the strict guidelines that are followed while developing an app on the iOS platform. This also assures that the quality of apps launched is of high standards.

7. Complexities – iOS makes building the UI and UX simple because you have to build an app for only iPhone/iPod and iPad. iOS is much more UI/UX friendly with easier frameworks to work with. Thus, this gives the developers a chance to focus on making the user’s experience a great one.

Top 6 trends to watch out in mobile app development for 2017

Today, apps are built not just for smartphones anymore; they are needed for wearables, connected homes, smart cars, IoT-enabled devices and much more. Heading into 2017, this presents a huge opportunity for entrepreneurs and consumers and the space promises to be very exciting indeed. Cloud-based apps and services have gathered increased importance over 2016 and the ability to share and sync data in real time with the server and with other devices has driven many innovations. But it is now time to look forward, and here are some of the key mobile app development trends to look out for in 2017. 

1 # Location-Based Services (LBS) to continue its rise

With the availability and ease of use of GPS on all mobile devices today, location-based services (LBS) will begin to evolve further and give users real-time information or deals based on their whereabouts. Several key areas where LBS can be implemented and put to good use are indoor mapping, location-specific payment portals, retail offers, security features, navigation, travel & tourism and more. Leading tech giants have recently made huge purchases in the LBS space, and Beacon technology is also becoming increasingly popular. Since the service drains battery pretty fast, hardware advancements in this particular area can also enable developers and businesses to flourish in 2017.

2 # Integration of Augmented Reality (AR) into utility apps 

Apps that use Augmented Reality (AR) have long been viewed as gimmicky for promotional purposes. But over time, a greater number of apps have started putting AR to more useful tasks as well. With the addition of wearables into the picture, AR tools can be used more effectively and productively than ever before. In that context, recognition of words or phrases is something that can be capitalized upon in messenger apps and the like. If someone sends a video, text, or audio with a particular catchphrase, a related actionable item can popup. For instance, detection of the word “cab” can open a taxi sharing app; detection of the word “coffee” can open a calendar request notifications. Other integrations such as social media syncing, location tracking, product links and more can also be made use of.

3 # Android Instant Apps to become a common trend 

Google recently announced its Instant Apps feature that delivers exactly what it promises – it enables Android apps to run instantly. Such enabled apps do not require to be downloaded or installed and can be run with just a single tap. This “run-only-as-you-need” concept could change the app industry. Imagine conducting a search and then having a related app turning up on the results page that can be run instantly without installation. No need to wait for it to download, no need to use data to install it and best of all, no usage of precious memory space on the phone to store it. Such apps are generally preview versions though with a few advanced features missing, but they are perfect for a quick insight and experience.

4 # Embedded AI within apps to become a norm 

Imagine a picture that changes dynamically according to your moods or situations. With more developers enabling machine learning and AI into their apps, the implications of this can have a huge impact on the way in which the industry works. While photo filters are relatively easier to create, developers could soon start devising innovative ways in which self-learning apps could customize what they display to users based on their personal preferences or location-specific data. Also known as Neural Networks, such services can soon shift from data centers to everyday devices such as cameras, phones and IoT-enabled devices.

5 # IoT app integrations to continue unchallenged 

The IoT industry is in the midst of a major boom right now, and apps that cater to IoT and integrate the best will ride the wave the strongest. Companies in the fields of health, education, security, smart homes, automobiles and more have all started experimenting and integrating with IoT advancements so keeping that in mind during the development of apps will be a good move in 2017. For developers, such integrations will involve the usage of complex mobile platforms and enterprise backend infrastructure that can communicate and share data between all devices. Data analytics also becomes key here since all the data that is stored and shared needs to be accessed easily and efficiently.

6 # Application security to be more important than ever before 

The security of a smartphone has become more crucial than ever because of the sensitivity and sheer quantity of user data on it in the form of access that it has to other accounts and contacts. Surprisingly, a large number of people still do not take smartphone security as seriously as they should, and this is a huge concern for app developers as well. Apps with in-built security features can make a huge difference here and should be prioritized, either at the API level or with a simple code to access the app itself.

Additionally, coding for Apple’s iOS is now moving from Objective C to Apple’s own programming language, Swift. More developers are sure to adopt the use of this platform and this will be a game changer for many developers due to its ability to provide a better user experience and better features.