Scale New Heights with These IOS Development Trends in 2018

It’s the beginning of a new year and like always the mobile development industry is buzzing with new activities. There are many new ideas that are being explored and new trends being set in motion. After all iOS 11 has set in new possibilities for the developers.  As far as iOS application development in India goes the leading agencies from the country have had a great 2017 where they increased their footprint in the global market and 2018 promises to be even better. You can expect the leading players in iOSapplication development in India to explore the latest trends in app development and help you scale newer heights. So here are some of the top trends that you should explore to stay ahead of competition.

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• Native apps for iPad

While there is lot of talk around app development for iPhones, iPads have often been ignored by the developers due to their lesser penetration among the users. But 2018 would prove to be a   year of course correction for the developers as they look to harness this new opportunity with native apps for iPad. 2017 was a great year for iPad sales as Apple saw surge in the sale of tablets after a few muted years. Along with native apps for iPad the demand for apps that are compatible with both iPads and iPhones would increase and this is a great opportunity for businesses to increase downloads and monetization.   

• Augmented Reality to go big

We have been hearing about AR for a few years now but with the release of iOS 11, Apple has made its intentions clear. The ARKit toolkit has been specifically designed to allow developers to explore new possibilities with Augmented Reality apps, Three Dimensional apps and Virtual Reality apps and 2018 would be the start of next generation app development.AR would serve as a force multiplier for businesses who wish to take the app experience for their users to the next level. 

• IoT to make giant strides

We all know that our homes and lives are going to get smarter, but how soon? If Apple’s vision is anything to go by our homes may turn smart in 2018. It launched the Apple HomeKitwith much fanfare and applications built using this framework would revolutionize how we live our lives. The framework allows smart devices at home to communicate with each other using Siri. Users would be able to control all devices with simple voice commands. If you are into app development this is surely one trend you shouldn’t ignore in 2018. 

• Machine Learning will shape app development

There has been lot of talk around Machine Learning and smatter apps since Apple came out with its Core ML framework. There are several components in the iPhones and iPads that are already exploring this framework such as Siri and the Camera. With lesser amount of coding required to achieve great functionality this niche will shape app development in 2018. 

Are you geared up to explore these possibilities? Agencies offering iOS application development in India surely are.  

Summary – In this write-up we take a look at some of trends that leading agencies for iOS application development in Indiawould explore to help you stay ahead of the competition. 

6 Facts You Can't Ignore When You Outsource iPad App Development

iPad app development has gathered steam in the recent months. After remaining a poorer cousin to iPhones since their launch the sales of these tablets have picked up in the last few quarters. This may have encouraged you to launch a native iPad app and you are looking to outsource iPad app development to an offshore agency. But before you do so here are six facts you can’t ignore.

• Native iPad App Development Expertise

While iPads and iPhones share the same operating systems there is a world of difference developing apps for these platforms. This is the reason there are 1 million native iPad apps compared to 2.2 million iPhone apps. When you outsource iPad app development you must make sure the agency has experience in native iPad app development. You must remember there are thousands of agencies who have never developed an iPad app though they have churned out dozens of apps for the iPhone.

• Focus on The Niche

The developer may have developed dozens of iPad apps in the past but have they developed for your niche?This consideration is important as this often determines whether the company has inherent knowledge about your industry and the kind of competition you are up against. For instance if the company hasn’t ever built an ecommerce app it would be a tough ask for them to build an inspiring one for you.

• Speaking To The Developers

Never sign a deal till you have spoken to the developers in person and they know what you expect from your app. There are occasions when people finalize the project talking to the sales executive from acompany and later regret not having interviewed the developer or discussing the scope of the project with them.

• Never Overlook Their Portfolio

You may have received the most attractive proposal from the agency and before you are swayed away by how their plan sounds do care to take a look at their portfolio. This will give you a fair idea about what they have done in the past and what they can potentially deliver. You must keep in mind that some companies even outsource proposal writing to third-parties!

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• App Store Data Must Be Reviewed

Once you know about the apps developed by the company you should visit the App Store and take a look at the kind of reviews and ratings the app has received. This will help you understand the popularity of the app which is important while choosing a developer.

• Be Careful With The Price.

It is often said that you shouldn’t be too excited with the lowest quote you come across as this may mean working with an amateur team. But what isn’t said in equal measures is the fact that hiring the most expensive developers doesn’t guarantee you success either! So do your research and know how developers charge for their services based on the kind of complexities involved in apps similar to yours.  This will help you find the best developers for the best price.

These are things you shouldn’t ignore when you outsource iPad app development and doing so may deny you the kind of response you are expecting from the market. 

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In this write-up, we take a look at some of the facts that you shouldn’t ignore when you plan to outsource iPad app development.