2. Introduction
Mobile communication is so integrated into
our lives that many people feel uncomfortable
without a cell phone. Once upon a time, the
most popular functions of phones were calling
and sending texts. A smart phone is a
multifunctional device that not only communicates, but
helps to learn, earn, and have fun. This is made possible
by the development of mobile applications.
3. In Simple terms we can say that an app is any computer
program that your mobile phone runs to either perform a
task, display media, facilitate communication,
entertain you, or to provide a service or any other
function.
The term "app" is a shortening of the term
"application software". It has become very
popular, and in 2010 was listed as “Word of the Year” by
American Dialect Society.
What is an App ??
4. History of App
The Motorola Dyna TAC 8000X was the first commercially
available cell phone.
First marketed in 1983, it was 13 x 1.75 x 3.5 inches in
dimension, weighed about 2.5 pounds, and allowed you
to talk for a little more than half an hour.
It retailed for $3,995, plus hefty monthly service
Fees and per-minute charges.
It made calls, and there was a simple contacts
application included in the operating system.
5. History of App
It was during this period the first “time-waster” games begin to
appear. Nokia was famous for putting the 1970s video game.
Snake on some of its earliest phones. Other followed, adding
games like Pong, Tetris, and Tic-Tac-Toe. These early phones
changed the way people thought about communication. It turned
out direct phone access to the Internet. Customers began pushing
for more features and more games. By the late
90s, professional Web sites were
full color and They relied on
JavaScript and Flash to
enhance the user
experience.
6. Kinds of Apps
Games
Social Apps
Banking Apps
Shopping Apps
Developer Apps
Fitness Apps
Entertainment Apps
Information Apps, etc.
7. Where We Get Apps ??
Google Play – Android Apps
Google Play (formerly known as the Android Market) is an
international online software store developed by Google for
Android devices. It opened in October 2008.
App Store – iOS
App Store - iOS ignited the mobile revolution and was opened
on July 10, 2008.
Windows Store – Windows phone
Windows Store – Windows phone was introduced by Microsoft
for its Windows Phone platform, which was launched in
October 2010.
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11. Entertainment App: Google Music
Easy Sorting of Songs
Diff. Categories
Own Playlists
Volume Control
Online Downloads
Sound Effects
Awesome Look
13. Banking App: Fed Book
Keep track of Savings, Current,
Overdraft, Loans and Deposits
accounts
Get your account statements
anywhere anytime
Track your clearing cheques
Supports offline mode
Real time transaction updates
Customize syncing interval
Facility to tag transactions and add
personalized remarks for transactions
Search and filter facility to find a
transaction
Multiple accounts view
14. Social App: Whats App
Chat with people
Voice Calling
Multimedia Messaging
No Sign Up
Easy Use
Individual & Group
Fun Features
15. File Transferring Apps: Xender
Android or iOS based
Wireless (Wi-Fi Hotspot)
High Speed
Any File Type
Easy & Convenient
Multiple Phones
Easy Sort Out
16. Advantages
Easy Communication
Always Connected
Multiple Uses
Emergency Tool
All in One Device
Updated Information
Knowledge Tool
Useful in all fields
17. Disadvantages
Time Wasting
Health Issues
Lack of Social Interaction
Character Variations
Crimes
Unreliable Information
Virus Attack
18. Future of Mobile Apps
As the number of people who own and use cell phones continues to grow, so does the
use of smart phones. 91% of the US adult population currently owns a cell phone and of
that 91%, 61% are smartphones.
Further illustrating the popularity of smart phones 1 billion are expected to sell in the
coming year, doubling that of the number of PCs.
With over 10 billion mobile Internet devices expected to be in use by 2016, the mobile
application industry will grow tremendously to match demand and keep up with ever-
evolving technologies.
The future is not only bright for consumers but also those working in the technology and
application development fields. The projected job growth for Mobile Application
Developers is 131% and with an average salary of $115,000 per year, Mobile Application
Development is be considered one of the most promising careers in the job market.
19. Trends in mobile application development
Social networking – fastest growing mobile application category.
Context-aware marketing – will improve user application experience.
Location-based services – 1.4 Billion: Consumer LBS expected user base in
2014.
Mobile search – Product and price comparison for consumer products
Mobile commerce – Will help streamline consumer shopping experience.
Object recognition – Increase in sensor and processing capabilities
Mobile payment systems – 1 in 5 smartphones will be Near Field
Communications enabled.