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Hill Climb Racing most downloaded racing game

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Hill Climb Racing most downloaded racing game


  • Friday, December 20, 2024
  • By Austin Harris

Fingersoft’s beloved Hill Climb Racing games has reached 2.5 billion installs across platforms, making it the world's most downloaded racing game series....


UK app developers file class action lawsuit against Apple

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UK app developers file class action lawsuit against Apple


  • Thursday, December 19, 2024
  • By Richard Harris

A class action lawsuit on behalf of UK app developers, Ennis v Apple, claims Apple abused its market dominance by charging excessive 30% App Store fees. The lawsuit seeks up to $970 million USD in damages on behalf of UK-based app developers affected...


In app purchases surged on Black Friday 2024

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In app purchases surged on Black Friday 2024


  • Wednesday, December 11, 2024
  • By Richard Harris

AppsFlyer reports a 14% YoY surge in in app purchases on Black Friday 2024, with installs and remarketing conversions also seeing notable gains, reflecting a shift in consumer behavior and spending trends....


Double your app engagement steal these 10 story ideas

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Double your app engagement steal these 10 story ideas


  • Thursday, December 5, 2024
  • By Vlad Lastovsky

Vlad Lastovsky, founder and CEO of InAppStory, shares 10 engaging story ideas to double your app engagement and user retention. From omnichannel strategies to meme-driven content, these ideas keep users hooked and coming back for more. Personalized e...


Emerging features to consider for mobile app development

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Emerging features to consider for mobile app development


  • Wednesday, November 13, 2024
  • By Richard Harris

Discover Emerging features to consider for mobile app development to elevate your strategy. Learn how personalization, AI, AR, wearable integration, and security can make your app stand out in a competitive market. Explore the latest trends to ensure...


Dynamic 3D visuals are transforming brand identity

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Dynamic 3D visuals are transforming brand identity


  • Monday, November 11, 2024
  • By Brittany Hainzinger

Explore how dynamic 3D visuals are transforming brand identity in "Transforming Brand Identity The Impact of Dynamic 3D Visuals on QuestOne's Image." Discover how QuestOne's "Hydrogen Circle" embodies their vision for hydrogen innovation and renewabl...


Understanding gen Z expectations and user experience in technology

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Understanding gen Z expectations and user experience in technology


  • Tuesday, November 5, 2024
  • By Austin Harris

Understanding gen Z expectations and user experience guidelines in design explores how designers can effectively cater to Gen Z by dispelling myths and focusing on genuine behavior patterns. Learn about their expectations for authenticity, inclusivit...


User interfaces and handling risky actions

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User interfaces and handling risky actions


  • Monday, November 4, 2024
  • By Richard Harris

Explore strategies for designing user interfaces that handle risky actions effectively. In "Designing User Interfaces Guidelines for Handling Risky Actions," Victor Ponamarev shares insights on preventing user mistakes, offering practical guidelines ...


How to measure ux and design impact with insights from Vitaly Friedman

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How to measure ux and design impact with insights from Vitaly Friedman


  • Wednesday, October 30, 2024
  • By Freeman Lightner

Discover how to measure UX and design impact with insights from Vitaly Friedman. The new video course "How to Measure UX and Design Impact" equips designers with the tools to use KPIs and UX metrics, ensuring design decisions are guided by data, not ...


City Guide app by Foursquare to be replaced with new Swarm app

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City Guide app by Foursquare to be replaced with new Swarm app


  • Tuesday, October 29, 2024
  • By Freeman Lightner

Foursquare will officially sunset its City Guide app on December 15, 2024, with the web version following in early 2025. The company plans to focus on enhancing its Swarm app, which will now serve as the primary platform for check-ins and location-ba...


Connyct social media app for college students opens early access

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Connyct social media app for college students opens early access


  • Friday, October 4, 2024
  • By Austin Harris

The Connyct social media app for college students will bridge the gap between online and offline worlds and is launching exclusively for college students, offering a space for real-life connections and meaningful experiences. Powered by a partnership...


MediScan mobile app lets users create custom shoe inserts

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MediScan mobile app lets users create custom shoe inserts


  • Thursday, October 3, 2024
  • By Brittany Hainzinger

The MediScan mobile app has been released, allowing users to create medical-grade custom shoe inserts like a podiatrist would normally prescribe, without needing to physically see a doctor. The Florida-based app uses 3D lidar scans to design custom o...


Mobile app ad revenue continues to soar

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Mobile app ad revenue continues to soar


  • Tuesday, September 24, 2024
  • By Austin Harris

A Statista study shows mobile app ads will account for 66% of app revenue in 2024, generating $344.11 billion of the projected $522.73 billion total. This marks over 12% growth from 2023, highlighting the steady rise of ad-driven income, with further...


Mobile App Development Market report findings

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Mobile App Development Market report findings


  • Friday, September 20, 2024
  • By Russ Scritchfield

Allied Market Research forecasts the mobile app development market will grow from $195.7B in 2023 to $606.1B by 2032, with a CAGR of 13.1%. Growth drivers are smartphone adoption and tech advances, while saturation and competition may restrain it. Go...


Telegram app grows in popularity

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Telegram app grows in popularity


  • Wednesday, September 11, 2024
  • By Austin Harris

Telegram, launched in August 2013, has seen strong growth into 2024. Research from Finbold shows the platform added over 485,000 monthly active users daily from April to July, reaching 950 million users. Despite its success, Telegram faces scrutiny f...


Apps that use icons gain users

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Apps that use icons gain users


  • Wednesday, September 11, 2024
  • By Austin Harris

A study from SplitMetrics found that apps that use icons gain users up to 25% more users. Their 2024 ASO Benchmarks & Mobile Trends Report, based on 200 apps and over 3500 A/B tests, reveals that vibrant visuals, bold colors, and seasonal updates can...


Garmin Satellite SOS on Google Pixel smartphones

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Garmin Satellite SOS on Google Pixel smartphones


  • Friday, September 6, 2024
  • By Austin Harris

Garmin announces support for the new Satellite SOS feature on Google Pixel smartphones, starting with the Pixel 9 series in the U.S. This integration extends Garmin Satellite SOS emergency response coordination services to Pixel users, providing crit...


Epic Games Store launched on mobile

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Epic Games Store launched on mobile


  • Friday, September 6, 2024
  • By Richard Harris

The Epic Games Store is now available on iPhones in the European Union and Android devices worldwide, featuring Fortnite, Rocket League Sideswipe, and Fall Guys for mobile. The store also launches on AltStore, with plans to expand to more platforms. ...


Sony FavoriteSpace app launched for sports fans

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Sony FavoriteSpace app launched for sports fans


  • Wednesday, September 4, 2024
  • By Austin Harris

The Sony FavoriteSpace app recently launched, it is a new service aimed at energizing sports fan communities by offering immersive virtual experiences. The first offering, the "Manchester City Area," allows fans to explore virtual spaces, interact wi...


Blockchain voting from Iranians Vote and Freedom Tool

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Blockchain voting from Iranians Vote and Freedom Tool


  • Thursday, August 22, 2024
  • By Richard Harris

We recently caught up with Lasha Antadze, the co-founder of Rarilabs, and talked about Rarimo's privacy-first, zero-knowledge protocol and its latest project involving blockchain voting with Iranians vote and Freedom Tool. Launched in February, this ...


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