Mobile App Development, Page 20 Category

The technology and methodology of mobile app development are constantly changing to meet the demands of a dynamic and competitive market. Every year, new and fresh app development trends are replacing the existing ones to maximize profitability as well as customer satisfaction.

So, what are the mobile app development trends that will dominate 2022? Well, this post explores the most recent and upcoming trends concerning mobile app creation. A quick read will provide mobile app creators with comprehensive insights on the best technology trends for mobile app development in 2022.

Employing Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the functioning of chatbots, and using a combination of AI and ML to form Siri are the latest trends in mobile app development. Other noteworthy AI/ML implementations include facial recognition features in smartphones, ensuring improved security in mobile phones, etc.

But, in the year 2022, the use cases of AI and ML will not just be limited to Chatbots and Siri. New innovative trends of implementing AI and ML are expected that will prove profitable to enterprises and reduce their operational costs.

AR and VR have immensely impacted mobile app development trends and have elevated the gaming sector to the next level. Mobile apps powered by AR and VR are known for their distinct abilities such as people occlusion, light estimation, movement tracking, and environmental understanding. AR-enabled apps have proved beneficial to industrial domains like healthcare, retail, tourism, marketing, education, etc.

A host of new use cases are predicted in the coming years. Apple and Google have launched their AR demos – ARKit and Google ARcore. Check out the future trends!

The 5G telecommunication network is fast replacing the 4G technology and it turns out to be way better than its predecessor.

Cloud has undergone an evolution giving rise to edge computing. Cloud computing has been a valuable asset of the software industry so far, but it comes with its own set of shortcomings. Owing to Cloud’s highly centralized nature, latency becomes a big deal for the technological advancements ushered in by 5G. However, edge computing resolves this challenge.

The role of Edge Computing is to move the Cloud nearer to the users. This is done by processing some computational requirements locally or on the nearest station which is the edge of the cloud. And, the cloud remains, but goes into the users’ device, such that the device becomes a part of the Cloud. This approach removes latency issues to a certain extent. Hence, the innovations brought about by 5G technology – wireless/autonomous cars, and the IoT eco-system will take cues from devices that are edge-powered. Besides, the increasing trend of B2B mobile apps will also promote edge computing in the years to come.

In the recent past, mobile edge computing has already been employed in location-based services to meet demanding requirements like improved data transmission and 5G implementation.

The practice of integrating mobile wallets into smartphones has gained momentum in recent years as they are effective tools for contactless payments and are also effortless and convenient to use. The users have to simply link their bank account details to a mobile wallet application for paying bills, transferring money to friends/family members, and purchasing items from eCommerce websites. Google Pay, PayPal, and Amazon Pay are some of the most popular mobile wallets used by global consumers.

The upcoming trends include adding future-friendly functionalities into mobile wallets – audio-based methodology, RFID payments, and NFC. As per veterans, mobile wallets are going to gradually replace traditional payment practices.

The Beacon technology has been successfully implemented in the retail sector so far. Beacons are used by retailers to comprehend customer behavior as they track down the real-time interaction of shoppers with mobile applications in stores, provide information about the number of store visits by a consumer, and so on. This way, retailers are able to identify the shopping patterns and preferences of a specific customer and thereafter, send them relevant ads based on this information. This strategy has turned out to be an effective tool in accelerating sales. Moreover, Beacons also help individuals navigate through huge stores or busy shopping centers.

In 2022, Beacon technology is expected to integrate with more smartphone functionalities.

We have already experienced the disruptive capabilities of Blockchain by applying it in the form of cryptocurrencies and smart contracts. Blockchain has a lot to deliver in the coming years.

Data exchange, gadget transactions, and document sharing happening within the Blockchain environment cannot be traced. Therefore, it can work wonders in protecting sensitive information/data and is the one-stop solution for preventing cybercrimes. Moreover, Blockchain can be used to build decentralized apps in which mediators won’t be needed for managing the humongous information; as suppliers would be directly connected with the users, leaving no room for infiltration of data. Such decentralized apps will prove handy across industrial domains such as healthcare, finance, gaming, media, and trading.

Wearable devices like smartwatches, smart bands, etc. have created ripples in the industrial sector by their unique ability to track and analyze health parameters like heart rate, body temperature, sleep patterns, blood oxygen/glucose levels, etc. The best part is users can control and communicate with wearables via smartphones. Wearable technology is expected to smarten in 2022 and touch new horizons.

Progressive Web Apps, commonly known as PWAs – a hybrid combination of web pages and applications – are set to dominate the app development market in 2022. This is because PWAs successfully address most of the downsides of native apps. Take a look at their unique advantages over other kinds of apps!

Touch-free user interfaces in mobile apps are expected to replace the existing touch-based UI so that users have to put in minimal effort while operating mobile apps. Touchless interfaces include voice-based/gesture-based UI. Besides raising the convenience quotient of average smartphone users, such interfaces will be a huge sigh of relief to the elderly and differently-abled individuals.

Instant apps are the next big thing in the coming years. The most distinctive trait of such apps is that the users can test these apps without the need for installing or downloading the app, at first. Hence, the users enjoy the flexibility to test a wide range of applications available in the Android/Apple app stores; before they select the one that suits their requirements. Some brands like New York Times have already started using instant apps and more brands are expected to follow this trend in 2022.

I hope this post has given you a thorough understanding of the novel development trends that are set to dominate the mobile app market in 2022.

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The power of location-based service apps is rising at a fast pace! Here are some instances!

To sum up, location-based apps not only enable businesses to provide services as per the consumers’ immediate location but also help users in locating a nearby service, place, or person. For, this reason, most of the modern-era applications have embedded the geolocation technology regardless of whether the app user utilizes or ignores it.

This post provides insights on the use cases of location-based apps, suggests some handy app development ideas, and guides through developing an impeccable location-based application.

The location-based service technology uses real-time geodata from smartphones to instantly track the users’ current location and then provide information, advice, or guidance concerning the desired services/sites. Geolocation technologies that broadcast the location information for location-based apps are Wi-Fi, GPS (Global Positioning System), satellite signals, signal strength indication, cell id tower info, etc.

Apps like Google Maps, Maps.me, and Maze are popular outdoor navigational mapping applications that help travelers to find the best routes and offer step-by-step guidance to reach a location. Maps.me goes one step ahead as it works offline as well.

Amongst the indoor navigational apps; the Purple app assists patients to navigate within the Allina Health Hospital and Sarasota Memorial Hospital while Mapsted helps visitors navigate through huge malls.

Food delivery apps like Uber Eats, Zomato, Glovo, and GrubHub employ geolocation technology to facilitate effective navigation for delivery staff and allow real-time order tracking by customers.

Uber is one of the shining stars in the on-demand category and has revolutionized the taxi booking experience altogether. This app automatically tracks the users’ current pickup location and sends the cab driver to the venue accordingly. Users are also able to track the drivers’ movement before the cab’s arrival as well as during their ride.

Retail apps such as IKEA, Target, Walmart utilize this concept to boost the customer experience. GPS is employed to help consumers find the nearest store, select a convenient delivery/pickup location, etc. and Beacons are used for providing in-store navigation.

Most Android and iOS devices possess built-in location tracking features so that owners can easily locate their devices when stolen or lost. However, for activating this function, the devices’ GPS feature needs to be turned on.

Geolocation tracking also helps in detecting suspicious activity thereby protecting the users’ data. For instance, Gmail users receive a security alert when they try to log into their account from a different country.

Parents are able to track their child’s whereabouts in real-time using the FootPrints app.

Support Groups and Sponsor Finder, a location-based messaging app, help disabled individuals or the ones with addiction problems to receive timely help during emergencies.

The geolocation functionality facilitates social networking apps users to share their current location, mark it on their posts, mark themselves safe/in trouble during unforeseen situations like natural disasters or terrorist attacks, check into places, and many more.

Foursquare had coined the idea of checking into a location via smartphone devices, a concept that has been copied by several apps, including Yelp and Facebook. Foursquare’s Swarm app allows users to share their location with friends in the contact list, send invites to friends for joining them, and even enables them to locate the contacts available nearby.

Apps such as Snapchat and Instagram, too employ map view to enable geotag-empowered posts and view nearby contacts.

Dating apps, like Tinder, provide pictures of nearby users to customers and helps them to meet them as well.

Local Parties Finder proves handy to travelers searching for night activities.

Apps and devices employing IoT technology like fitness trackers, and wearables like smartwatches, utilize the location-based approach for improved outcomes. Some instances of this use case include wearables paired with cycling/running apps; pet care apps that employ tags called Paw Scout, apps for family safety, and using GPS-enabled devices such as LugLoc for keeping a vigil on luggage.

This is a popular category of location-based apps that provide handy information on the weather conditions along with a twenty-four-hour forecast based on the consumers’ current location. ApexWeather, Dark Sky, etc. are some notable examples.

Gaming apps like Pokemon Go and Scavify leverage the geolocation technology to boost user engagement. Pokemon Go enables players to reconstruct their existing environment while Scavify deals with scavenger hunts.

This is a novel technique that assists businesses in diverting the attention of competitors’ clients and has been implemented successfully by Dunkin Donuts. Take a look at this instance. Starbucks like most others, helps users to locate the nearest coffee shop and even enables advance ordering such that the order is ready before the users enter the store, thereby saving their time. Dunkin Donuts offers an additional feature. It sends a notification to the users who are about to enter Starbucks/or any other eatery – an ad message with a discount coupon. Isn’t it an intelligent idea to convert your competitors’ customers?

Location-based apps when integrated with AR can offer guided tours to travelers across the globe, with all required information flashing on the smartphone screens while moving around.

These apps when paired with smart home devices can automate tasks like automatically switch on lights when someone enters by configuring it programmatically.

Hotel apps implementing geolocation can provide extra features – food menus; on-site navigation; self-check-in/check-out, arrival, or departure; electronic keys, etc.

This ingenious idea is ideal for eCommerce apps and helps businesses in carrying out effective advertising campaigns. But how? Ditch the ongoing practice of conducting surveys and inviting consumers for collecting their requirements. Instead, implement geolocation to find out the customers’ daily schedule and the places frequented by them. Use this information to create a customized ad campaign for customers as per their preferences. For example, the customers who are frequent gym visitors receive ads related to products like weights, tracksuits, gym equipment, etc. whereas the ones who travel quite often receive ads concerning the purchase of travel-related stuff such as travel sacks/pillows and so on.

Restaurants/food joints/cafes may utilize geolocation to identify customer visits to your space even if they miss out on opening your app during their visit and then automatically load reward points to consumers’ accounts for each visit. This move will work wonders to improve customer loyalty.

Want to develop a High-end Location-based app for your business? Well, check out these basic steps on how to go ahead with the development:

So, isn’t it a brilliant idea to establish your digital footprints by architecting a unique location-based application? In case of any queries or technical assistance concerning app ideation as well as creation, reach out to Biz4Solutions, a highly experienced Offshore mobile app Development Company in India, catering to global clients across myriad industrial domains.