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How to Get Started in iPhone/iPad App Development

This article is posted in Mobile App Development

App development is very easy to get started in. Apps are the hottest thing in the technology field right now and there’s plenty of money to be made in the development business. But if you are just a regular Joe with no background in app development, you need to know where to get your start.First things first, you’ll need the right software and hardware. You have to be running a Mac with OS X 10.8 or higher. You’ll need Apple’s IDE, Xcode and you’ll need iOS SDK. Xcode has a sou...
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Most Commonly Downloaded Apps for Smartphone Beginners

This article is posted in Technology

You did it! You got your first smartphone. Now you’re ready to begin the magic that everyone has been telling you about - downloading mobile apps. It can be a stressful thing deciding between different apps because you never truly know if you’re making the right call or not.Don’t you worry, because that is why we are here. We will explain below the best apps to download in some critical categories of every day smartphone usage, regardless of having iOS or Android operating systems.Social B...
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Developers: Build for the Apple App Store First

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Here’s a common dilemma: you have a great idea for an app, but you only have the resources to launch on one platform before you can expand your reach. Which platform do you develop the app for; iOS or Android? I would absolutely choose the iOS operating system first due to its many advantages over the Android platform.  Here are the top reasons that iOS is the initial way to go:Less TestingAll of the Apple devices run the same operating system for the most part. So you know that any app that you...
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Top 4 Children Education Apps

This article is posted in Mobile App Ideas

Apps are the future and nobody should accept that more than parents. Your children will only know the highly connected world that we have lived in for the last 15 years. Apps are high tech and flashy to us because we know what came before, however, little Johnny will never know what a home phone is, but he will know the iPad and future devices better than you. While accepting this future, why not help your kids get the best out of their time using these devices. Apps are a great way to educate your chi...
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Top 4 Children Apps Your Kids Need

This article is posted in Mobile App Ideas

I’m sure you have plenty of apps on your phone that you use regularly, but what happens when your children grab your phone insisting they play with it? Be sure you have some kid-friendly apps on your phone so you know they are safe from any harmful content, while being comfortable that they are having an engaging experience. If you are looking for some solid apps that will keep your children entertained you have come to the right place. Below are 4 awesome apps that your kids will have a fun and...
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How to Make your Mobile App Stand Out

This article is posted in Mobile App Design

There are quite a few things you can do from a marketing perspective to allow your app to shine just that much brighter than the other apps in the app store. If done right, these tips can be the difference between success and failure. Let’s plan for success:Be ShareableWe have all seen countless viral videos and news stories. A lot of it is luck, yet there are also similarities to make these flourish. Your app needs to be unique. This sounds simple enough, but there has to be that special factor that...
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Top 4 Photo Apps You Need to Download

This article is posted in Technology

One of the most improved parts of any new model of any smartphone is the camera. The cameras have been getting so good, that many people forgo the traditional Nikon and stick with their smartphone for that road trip to the beach or long weekend getaway in the mountains. Photography has always been popular, but especially lately with the awesome ability to edit your photos as a professional would or being able to share these creations with anyone around the world. Below are 4 awesome apps that will...
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App Awards: Why They are Important and How to Win Them

This article is posted in Mobile App Award Information

Your app is made and on the market... Now what?Mobile apps are a dime a dozen these days, so you must have ideas to differentiate yourself from the millions of other apps out there on the market. Before a user even sees the great features in your app and the amazing usability, they need a reason to click on it.Seeking out (and eventually winning) app awards is a great way to show others that your app is worthwhile. It's not just you bragging about the app now, but judges and others feel the same way if you...
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App Inbound Marketing: What You Need to Know to be Successful

This article is posted in Mobile App Marketing

As we all know, the number of apps on the marketplace today are growing at an astounding rate. It is crazy to think that even today, with all of the innovation and complexities our apps have, we are still at the infancy of the app industry.Just as with any marketing campaign in a crowded industry, there must be a plan to bring in customers (users). Your mobile app marketing campaign should begin far before your app is launched. In the app world, mobile is very important for inbound marketing; here is how to...
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4 Keys to More Awareness for your App

This article is posted in Mobile App Marketing

If you are a mobile app developer out there building the latest and greatest technology, you have great development talent, but what about marketing? How will you get the masses to learn about, and if you're lucky, try your new app to make it a large success? Below are four tips to boost the awareness of your app and increase the likelihood of gaining a substantial following. These followers and users will be the reason your app will succeeds or flops.Create a WebsiteJust because you're creating an app in...
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