Tag: mobile app developers

June 8, 2018

Florence: Development in the Mobile Gaming App Industry

Florence

Can you imagine a game on your phone that had no levels, no high scores, and no way to win? Is it even a game? Florence, an app that embodies this strange concept, actually won the title of Apple’s Game of the Year in 2014, breaking ground in the app industry.

If it’s not a competitive game, then what exactly is it?

Ken Wong, the designer and app developer, created the app as an interactive story-telling game for users. His gaming company partnered with a film studio in order to create the game in which you follow the life story of the main character, Florence. As you progress in the app, you see her go through relationships and hardships, delivering an entertaining game while invoking an emotional response in users.

It definitely changes the pace of the mobile gaming atmosphere, and will be a trend to watch in years to come with further gaming app development.

Check out “Florence” in the App Store today!

About Pioneer

Pioneer Mobile Applications is a one stop shop for bringing your app idea to life. It is our mission to provide personal, affordable, & reliable app development for individuals, organizations, and businesses by being with our customers from the idea stage to launch and everything in-between!

With several years of expert mobile app development experience, United States app design and development company, Pioneer Mobile Applications is committed to the success of our clients. Whether your business is at the idea stage, currently in development, or already has a million users, Pioneer Mobile Applications can help create an affordable, reliable, and beautiful experience for your users. As a United States app design and development company, Pioneer Applications prides itself on being a full service development agency. We don’t just make apps, we will take a simple idea and create an application personalized for your business. Our goal is to ensure that our clients are succeeding. We accomplish this by providing idea conceptualization, market validation, app design (user experience & user interface), iOS, Android, and web development, testing, and marketing! We are constantly keeping up with new technology as it comes along to be sure that your app is using the latest, most cutting edge tech. United States mobile app design and development agency, Pioneer Applications is a United States based organization that is a team player on every project both small and large.

We have over 5+ years experience working with all different types of clients such as BuzzFeed, UMass Amherst, All in One Music Applications and many more! Our strategic process provides quick turn around times which lets us keep development costs down, saving our clients money!!

Services

iOS & Android: We have multiple developers on hand to build your iOS and Android Applications. The code we create is always clean and easily understandable by other developers.

UI/UX: Design is a very important thing. Our User Interface and User Experience developers make sure that your app is beautiful and easy to navigate through. We’ll help you out with branding and ensuring your app is recognizable!

Project Management: When there are a bunch of different moving parts, things can get messy. Our project managers makes sure everyone is on the same page and getting their work done as efficiently as possible.

Sales & Marketing: We don’t stop once we’re finished developing the app; we want to make sure that your app gets users on it and help you get featured in the App Store. Our sales and marketing experts will help you get the word out and acquire users!

Our Process

Conceptualize, Validate, Brand, Develop, Test, Launch, Promote

June 2, 2018

Collections: App Development to Organize your Cluttered Camera Roll

Collections

Finally, an app developed to organize your thousands of screenshots and snapshots of important ideas and information you wanted to remember, but can no longer find in your photo albums.

App developers often have a hard time forming ideas for apps that are useful for consumers, but this idea combines organization and utilization to create a platform to help people keep track of their pictures on their mobile device- a very common problem faced by anyone with a cell phone.

Check it out on the app store: https://www.collectionsapp.co.uk

About Pioneer

Services

iOS & Android: We have multiple developers on hand to build your iOS and Android Applications. The code we create is always clean and easily understandable by other developers.

Our Process

Conceptualize, Validate, Brand, Develop, Test, Launch, Promote

May 24, 2018

Augmented Reality in Mobile App Development

Fantasy and Reality Collide in Mobile App Development

One of the latest trends taking over mobile app development is bringing virtual experiences to life through augmented reality.

This trend has been seen in a number of games or film editors that place virtual objects right in front of you using your mobile device’s camera. Also seen in social media, Snapchat and Instagram use facial recognition to create interactive filters. Perhaps the most expansive example of this mobile app development is Google Maps. They use satellite technology to give you step-by-step directions that use the view right in front of you through your camera. Google even recently introduced a new feature that brings a virtual fox on your screen to follow for directions.

While these technological advancements seem daunting, more and more developers have obtained the tools to integrate them into their web and mobile platforms. Using physics-based techniques, companies have increased their access to 3D technology to use your surroundings and create content based on your location. This gives those companies a whole new market in mobile app development to invent useful and powerful apps that enhance consumers’ everyday experiences. It has even been said that at the rate the technology is moving currently, it will be difficult to determine the difference between a digital and physical scene.

The possibilities of these advancements are near endless. They have already been used in games like Pokemon Go, social media platforms, as well as navigation and public transportation apps. As augmented reality progresses, it will no longer be a figure of speech to say you have the “world at your fingertips”.

May 21, 2018

Fujifilm App Development: Promoting Creativity

Fujifilm recently renovated their web platform and created a brand new app to keep inspiring photographers’ creativity.

Their new app includes articles keeping creators up-to-date with different events and photo shoots occurring, as well as giving tips and advice on photography and photo editing. They also plan to hold contests and sweepstakes to the photographic world a competitive edge and provide inspiration for users.

Download the on the App Store

April 25, 2018

Mobile App Development 101: Get on the Road to Developing an App for your Business

If you have just begun your own company, or are looking to update your marketing, outreach or technological business plans, you may be asking yourself, how do I develop a mobile app? If you have asked yourself this question, you have certainly taken the successful first step. Mobile apps have become increasingly more important for businesses of all sizes, as smartphones and tablets are becoming the device of choice for browsing the web. Users commonly report that applications are much easier to use on these devices than an internet browser. So what is the next step to successful mobile application development? A Long Island app developer will certainly knows the ins and outs, the complexities and the intricacies, and how to go about actually building you a mobile app; however, there are certain fundamentals all business owners should know before beginning the app development process.

Step 1: The Idea and Validation Phase
The first step is developing a solid idea that not only makes sense for your business, but also for the consumer. The purpose of the application from your business standpoint should be to help current customers, attract new business and hopefully make the business more profitable. Will your achieve these business goals? If your business has been successful, it is likely that people are looking for your services, and can more efficiently obtain them through a mobile app. Therefore, your goal should be to create an application that will make it even easier for people to access, need and want your services. If your company is new, or even still in the idea phase, you can use Google Keyword Planner to determine the interest in what you are trying to accomplish.

Step 2: The Look and Feature Phase
After you have an app idea that has been validated, it is time to decide what you want the app to look like and what features you would like to offer to consumers. This can be done either on paper, or if you are more technologically savvy, there are apps that can be used to help you determine the flow of your mobile app. Be as detailed as possible so that when you eventually hire a New York mobile app development company, the developer will have a good understanding of what you want. The turnaround time will be quicker and the costs will be lower. Design is incredibly important to the application development as it not only determines what the client sees, but how the client interacts with the app. It is not crucial to add in everything at this phase; features can always be added later on, either before or after launch. This mapping out process includes the flow of what a consumer will see when he or she navigates through the application. This also includes deciding what you do not need; do not include “fluff,” as this will distract consumers and add to the cost of development.

Step 3: Hire an App Developer on Long Island
Hiring a New York developer is a crucial step. Look for an app development company that has a proven record of designing aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly applications. You also want to ensure that the development team is established in the industry. Simple Google searches in the industry will ensure that you find a mobile app development company that “meshes” with your business goals and your app ideas. Check portfolios, read reviews and ask plenty of questions when consulting with the development company. Not all app developers are created equal and this decision should not be rushed as this company will ultimately determine the outcome of your business’ mobile app.

Step 4: The App is Done… Now What?
An app developer will put your product through a test phase to ensure all of the kinks are worked out prior to launch. Then, upon completion of the app, it will not just appear in the App Store on smartphones and tablets on its own. You must first create developer accounts for both Apple and Android. Both platforms charge minimal annual fees to offer your app to its consumers. After sale of your application has begun, look for feedback and track analytics. Analytics will help you keep track of downloads and user engagement so you can begin to understand how customers are using your app and what, if anything, needs improvement. There are free tools, such as Flurry, that can help you keep track of the analytics. Keep an eye on user feedback and reviews, so you can put yourself in the mindset of the consumer to determine what will make your app more beneficial. Lastly, introduce new features if needed; you will know what is needed and/or not needed by tracking the analytics.

If you have an app idea or concept in mind and are ready to develop, or need the help of a New York mobile app design and development team, now is the time to begin. While these steps are not always followed in this precise order, they should help a business owner in the intimidating process of developing an app. The design and the development process of the app is the easy part in the trusted hands of your app developer. As long as you keep building your business and your consumer base, your app will be a success.

Blog post by Kristin @ mimvi.

December 13, 2017

How to Hire the Perfect Mobile Application Development Company

There are an abundance of application development companies on Long Island; it is not difficult to find one. However, it is difficult to find the right one for your company and/or concept for an application. Developing apps can be quite pricey and many people may have the urge to go with the cheapest deal. However, choosing the right developer for your company is much more important than saving some change. Things can become more difficult and/or go wrong if you hire the wrong company, as differences in opinion, outlook and concept can lead to conflicts or delays. In the alternative, hiring the right company, even at a higher cost can maximize your effort and end result, increasing profitability.

So what do you look for when hiring a Long Island app development company? Here are a few tips.

First, look for a development company that has experience with applications similar to that which you seek to create. Take a look at the company’s portfolio to view the type of work they have completed in the past. You will be able to tell relatively quickly whether the work is similar in concept and design, and if you believe your company and/or ideas will work with the app developers. Aesthetics and ease of use are incredibly important for the future consumers of your app; it is important to make sure the application company is qualified to handle the jobs and those aspects. Further, if the Long Island mobile app developer has similar experiences, they will be qualified to provide creative input based on those similar experiences. That input may help you see options in a new light and enhance the development of your app.

As simplistic as it sounds, it is always important to choose someone that you like, or someone that you believe you can successfully build a business relationship with. The process of developing an application does not necessarily have an end date. Once the application is developed, you will likely need to focus on updates and other changes based on customer feedback. It is easiest to find an application developer that will stay with you through the entire process, as opposed to terminating the relationship upon the initial completion of the app. The process will be much smoother and much more enjoyable if you maintain a good working relationship with the company that you select.

Focus largely on design. You may have a design idea in your mind; you can see it but you don’t have the coding knowledge to bring your idea to life. Coding is extremely important, as without it there would be no application. However, your future users to do care about coding. They care about the design and user experience. This makes it incredibly important to choose a company that does not only have the development experience, but also experience working with design and usability.

Lastly, as previously stated, do not make your decision based solely on price. It is understandable that your company, especially if it is a start up, has a budget. However, in most instances cutting corners shows and you are aspiring to create a good product, not a cheap one. Many price options are not all inclusive, and prices often increase down the road. If you do not believe you have the capital to pull off the app that you desire to put out, focus on building your business in other realms and revisit the idea in the near future.

The development of an app for a Long Island business can lead to continued long-term success down the road. When choosing a company to develop an app, remember the ideals of your company, the goals and purpose of the app and the aesthetics you desire. Make sure to hire an application development company that you can envision a long-term, successful relationship with based on those ideals.