Mobile apps have become part of our everyday life. The transformation from desktops to mobile has been highly successful because of efficient app development. As per Statista, mobile apps are expected to generate $188.9 billion as global revenue, by 2020.
Technology has given app developers a new horizon to dive into. Mobile app development has been the centre of focus among the growing technology. Here are some latest trending areas where app developers have been focusing.
Wearable Devices and IoT
“Smart” watches have been trending a lot. Currently the focus of app developers has been on making fitness apps for smart wearable. Names like Uber and Zomato have been investing in wearable app development. It’s a sign that app developers have a lot more to offer to the smart wearable industry.
Mobile Wallets have seen a steep rise
Online shopping has been booming a lot. E-wallets have become a preferred payment option. Amazon pay, paytm, Google pay and many others have been witnessing a steady rise. App developers have been working hard to create a great payment app experience. Providing a secure and easy method has been the main focus of app developers.
Mobile App Security has been a top priority
Cybersecurity has been an area of concern for app developers. 2018 has witness many data breaches and privacy issues like Facebook and Cambridge Analytica. Google had also admitted of having security lapses. App developers are trying all possible ways to make apps which are not easily hacked. They have abided by all data privacy and protection laws.
Instant Apps have been trending
A new trend of Instant apps has been rising since 2016. These apps offer user-friendly and a highly convenient experience as there is no need of downloading the app. These apps are smaller in size than usual apps and can be accessed instantly without any download at all.
One can say that mobile app development has been going through its golden era.
