Application developers are refining the existing mobile application development processes to increase their functionality and usability. Reports suggest that the Android application store is filled with nearly 2.8 million applications, whereas the Apple App Store has 2.2 million applications.
So, what makes a few applications like WhatsApp and Facebook, so popular that billions of people download it. Whereas, a few good applications never achieve even thousand downloads? The reason for such a discrepancy in the popularity is that the developers of these popular applications are able to adapt to the growing trends of the market while providing an awesome user experience.
Here are a few trends that you should be on a lookout for in early 2018 to ensure that you stay up to date with the market demands.
Mobile Application Development Trends for the Future
1. Integration of Voice Assistant Usability (AI)
Google Assistant, Siri, as well as Alexa voice assistants, are all getting smarter with each passing day, thanks to recent advancements in the AI industry. Studies suggest that nearly 99.6% of the smartphone market share is covered by Android and Apple products this means that more and more people have access to the Google Assistant and Siri.
If you are planning on developing a new application, make sure that you customize a few voice commands into the source code so that the users can enjoy a truly hands-free experience.
2. Interconnectivity with IoT (Internet of Things)
With IoT being the latest focus of the techno-geeks around the world, it is wise to expect that interconnectivity between smart devices will only increase. So, when you are thinking about developing a mobile application for one type of device, you need to expand your scope on how it will interact with the nearby smart devices.
Rigorous testing of the application over multiple platforms and devices is the finest way to ensure that it receives the benefits of interconnectivity over a wide range of devices. Studies show that the developers from across the world will invest 284.8 billion USD in developing the IoT infrastructure in 2017 themselves.
Focus on Augmented and Virtual Reality
The latest smart devices are working their way towards the elimination of the boundary between real and virtual worlds. With fast neural engines, like that of the A11 bionic chip on the latest iPhones, the augmented and virtual reality devices have become ultra-portable.
If you are planning on creating a media-centric application for the users, you must lay emphasis on the addition of augmented and virtual reality in near future. You also need to focus on the utilization of the complete processing power of modern day smartphones and tablets to provide these features on a mobile platform without overheating the device.
3. Easy E-Payment Functionality
E-commerce and online payment gateways are attracting a lot of attention from banking and finance institutions all across the world. Studies show that nearly 1,690,361 million USD worth of revenue will be generated by eCommerce stores in 2018 alone.
So, if your application deals with one or more modes of in-app or eCommerce purchases, you must ensure that it is ready for e-payment functionality with a popular payment gateway extension.
AppAspect is one such mobile application development company in Ahmedabad that will help you harness the full potential of trends that will define 2018. It can also help you develop apps for Android, iPhone as well as WordPress platforms. The company has worked with several clients helping them develop comprehensive eCommerce solutions using Magento, Shopify, Zencart and Woocommerce frameworks.
