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Nov13 Issue: Understanding Consumer Behavior To Leverage M-Commerce This Holiday Season

Get the most from your app with incredible how to's and articles in our November 2013 issue which includes articles on Performance Testing, App Loyalty, Platform Choice, Requirements Gathering, and tons of other great tips and articles, along with industry spotlights that will help you maximize profits this holiday season.

Dec13 Issue: Retail Apps in 2013 - The Question for Those in the Retail Business is Not Whether Consumers Will Shop But Rather How They Will Shop.

In this issue we wanted to highlight some year-end topics as well as help propel you forward and prep for 2014! We have some great developer interviews with tips from them on how to stay successful, how to manage your app project, FTC and mobile issues coming, Retail Apps in 2013, LUA language musings, and loads more.

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Developer news items we found relating to consumer

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In-app-purchases-surged-on-Black-Friday-2024

In app purchases surged on Black Friday 2024


Wednesday, December 11, 2024 by

AppsFlyer has unveiled its Black Friday 2024 key insights, highlighting exceptional growth in consumer activity across shopping and e-commerce apps in the United States. The data reveals that Black Friday 2024 in-app purchases surged by 14% year-over-year (YoY) compared to Black Friday 2023. Purchases on Black Friday outpaced the average Friday in November 2024 by an im...


Anticipatory-design-faces-challenges-in-business-implementation

Anticipatory design faces challenges in business implementation


Thursday, November 14, 2024 by

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, anticipatory design is emerging as a game-changer. This innovative approach, driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Big Data (BD), aims to enhance user experience by predicting and addressing needs before they are even articulated. However, despite its promising potential, many businesses are grappli...


Dynamic-3D-visuals-are-transforming-brand-identity

Dynamic 3D visuals are transforming brand identity


Monday, November 11, 2024 by

In the ever-evolving world of branding, companies are increasingly turning to innovative technologies to redefine their brand identity. One such company, QuestOne, has successfully reimagined its brand through the use of dynamic 3D visuals. The centerpiece of this transformation is the "Hydrogen Circle," a bold, modular 3D visual that embodies their vision for...


AI-in-retail-explored

AI in retail explored


Wednesday, November 6, 2024 by

In the rapidly evolving world of retail, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a transformative force. With industries increasingly adopting AI technologies, the retail sector is poised to follow suit. Yet, the impact of AI on retail operations remains a topic of debate among consumers and business owners alike. To shed light on this issue, we delve into the histo...


Epic-Games-sues-Google-for-blocking-app-distribution

Epic Games sues Google for blocking app distribution


Tuesday, October 29, 2024 by

Epic Games has filed a court case against Google and Samsung, accusing them of colluding to block competition in app distribution on Samsung devices through the implementation of Samsung’s Auto Blocker feature. According to Epic, Auto Blocker is part of a series of agreements between Google and Samsung that prevents competition and strengthens Google’s monop...


Google-appeals-Epic-Games-verdict

Google appeals Epic Games verdict


Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by

Google has announced its intention to appeal the recent court decision related to its ongoing legal proceedings with Epic Games. The ruling, which mandates changes to Android and Google Play at Epic’s request, raises significant concerns regarding consumer privacy, security, and competition in the mobile ecosystem. As part of the appeal, Google plans to ask the co...


Developers-threatened-by-DOJ-proposals-says-Google

Developers threatened by DOJ proposals says Google


Monday, October 21, 2024 by

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has shared a broad outline of radical changes it may demand as part of its lawsuit regarding search distribution. This marks the beginning of a lengthy process, and Google plans to respond in detail to the DOJ's ultimate proposals as it prepares its case in court next year. However, concerns have arisen that the DOJ is signaling ...


Google-AdSense-updates-revealed-for-new-US-state-privacy-laws

Google AdSense updates revealed for new US state privacy laws


Friday, October 18, 2024 by

Google AdSense has released an important update addressing upcoming privacy laws in five US states. With new privacy regulations taking effect in Iowa, Delaware, New Jersey, Nebraska, and New Hampshire in early 2025, AdSense users and publishers will see key changes designed to ensure compliance and transparency. Google AdSense updates announced for the new US state ...


ChatGPT-lacks-kid-suitability

ChatGPT lacks kid suitability


Thursday, October 17, 2024 by

While large language models (LLMs) like GPT-3.5 and GPT-4 have made incredible advancements in natural language processing, they come with significant challenges, particularly in children’s education. These models often generate biased content or produce language that is too complex or inappropriate for younger audiences. Studies have shown that LLMs can perpetua...


PDF-Editor-Foxit-now-supported-on-PCs-powered-by-Snapdragon

PDF Editor Foxit now supported on PCs powered by Snapdragon


Saturday, October 12, 2024 by

Foxit announced that its Foxit PDF Editor and Editor Pro with AI Assistant are now natively supported on PCs powered by Snapdragon processors. This integration will provide commercial and consumer PC customers with greatly enhanced performance and capabilities - such as those customers working with PDF files on Dell Technologies' latest devices powere...


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Gemini in Snapchat My AI chatbot


Wednesday, October 2, 2024 by

Google Cloud recently announced an expanded strategic partnership with Snap Inc. to power generative AI experiences within My AI, Snapchat’s AI-powered chatbot and one of the largest consumer chatbots available today. Snap Inc. partners with Google Cloud to power multi-modal generative AI experiences: Gemini in Snapchat My AI chatbot Snapchat will leverage t...


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2024 NFT Report reveals if NFTs are dead


Friday, September 27, 2024 by

In a recent report published by NFT Evening, the authors delve into the current state of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) and pose a thought-provoking question: Are NFTs dead in 2024? This exploration reflects the complexities of the evolving digital asset landscape and raises critical considerations for creators, investors, and enthusiasts alike. 2024 NFT Report by NFT Ev...


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Increasing customer engagement with mobile game offers


Tuesday, September 24, 2024 by

Mobivity Holdings Corp. announced Checkers and Rally’s, following its success with Mobivity's Connected Rewards, renewed for a third annual term. Through this collaboration, Checkers and Rally's has significantly increased engagement and redemption rates, especially among customers who had not interacted with the brand for over 90 days. Checkers extends...


L3-Chain-for-web3-game-ecosystem-launched-from-Joyride-Games

L3 Chain for web3 game ecosystem launched from Joyride Games


Monday, September 23, 2024 by

The Super Champs Protocol Foundation is excited to announce the launch of the Super Champs Chain - a cutting edge gaming optimized L3 that rolls up to the Base blockchain from Coinbase built on Joyride’s web3 game publishing platform and protocol. Also featuring BuilderKit, a development, growth, and live operations suite for mobile studios, the Chain represe...


Epic-Games-Store-launched-on-mobile

Epic Games Store launched on mobile


Friday, September 6, 2024 by

The Epic Games Store is now available for download on iPhones in the European Union and on Android devices worldwide. The store is launching with Fortnite, Rocket League Sideswipe and the all-new Fall Guys for mobile, and we are working to enable all developers to launch their games and apps through the Epic Games Store in the future. We are also bringing our games to i...


Microsoft-surpasses-revenue-expectations-for-fourth-quarter

Microsoft surpasses revenue expectations for fourth quarter


Wednesday, August 14, 2024 by

Microsoft has reported outstanding financial results for the fourth quarter of its fiscal year 2024, surpassing market expectations with revenues of $64.73 billion, a 15% increase compared to the previous year. Net income reached $22 billion, representing $2.95 per share, slightly higher than earlier estimates. Despite this solid overall performance, the intelligent clo...


API-5G-SA-enhancements-from-Nokia-and-Telefonica

API 5G SA enhancements from Nokia and Telefonica


Wednesday, August 14, 2024 by

Telefonica and Nokia announced an agreement to jointly explore new opportunities leveraging 5G Standalone (SA) capabilities for network APIs to support developers in creating new use cases for consumer, enterprise, and industrial customers. Through this agreement, Telefonica will harness Nokia's NEF for various purposes that enable developers to access the operat...


GSMA-Open-Gateway-and-CAMARA-initiatives

GSMA Open Gateway and CAMARA initiatives


Friday, August 9, 2024 by

Nokia is pursuing a strategic commitment to leverage the broader B2B digitalization ecosystem and drive new business models that unlock the potential that network APIs can deliver from the perspective of innovation, sustainability, collaboration, and productivity. By making network programmability monetizable, the company’s flagship API solution, the Netwo...


Generative-AI-platform-Cohere-lands-500M-in-funding

Generative AI platform Cohere lands 500M in funding


Friday, July 26, 2024 by

Cohere, a generative AI startup co-founded by former Google researchers, has successfully raised $500 million in a new funding round. The investment was backed by notable players including Cisco, AMD, and Fujitsu. According to Bloomberg, this round also saw participation from Canadian pension investment manager PSP Investments and Canada’s export credit agency EDC...


Apple-Vision-Pro-now-available-in-other-parts-of-the-world

Apple Vision Pro now available in other parts of the world


Thursday, July 25, 2024 by

The Apple Vision Pro is now available in Europe, Asia, and other parts of the world. Additionally, AI is being integrated into the Apple Vision Pro, featuring notification prioritization, new writing tools, an OpenAI chatbot, and Siri. So what does this mean? Will Apple achieve success with the Vision Pro after an uncertain consumer start, even though the initial lau...


Mobile-POS-payment-transactions-in-China-to-surpass-US-and-Europe

Mobile POS payment transactions in China to surpass US and Europe


Thursday, July 25, 2024 by

Although mobile POS payments have become widely adopted among tech-savvy consumers worldwide, no country is even close to China, the world's largest mobile payments market. In 2024, almost 570 million Chinese will use mobile wallets for POS payments, twice the combined number of Americans and Europeans. This will generate an impressive $1.72 tril...


App-Marketing-report-released-by-AppsFlyer

App Marketing report released by AppsFlyer


Wednesday, July 24, 2024 by

AppsFlyer has released the 2024 edition of its State of eCommerce App Marketing report. Tracking shifts in consumer habits and marketing budgets, the study offers valuable insights into how the industry is evolving and which trends brands should harness to drive key metrics in the upcoming peak shopping season, from app downloads to purchases. The State of ...


Tilting-Point-lawsuit-settles-for-500K-after-violating-COPPA-and-CCPA

Tilting Point lawsuit settles for 500K after violating COPPA and CCPA


Monday, July 22, 2024 by

On June 18, 2024, the California Attorney General and Los Angeles City Attorney settled a case against Tilting Point Media LLC for violating privacy laws related to children's data. The video game developer allegedly breached the federal Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) through their mobile app, &q...


Network-as-Code-platform-launched-by-Nokia

Network as Code platform launched by Nokia


Wednesday, June 26, 2024 by

Nokia announced that it is expanding its collaboration with Google Cloud to give developers around the world the network software tools they need to create innovative new 5G enterprise and consumer applications faster for their customers. Now, Nokia’s Network as Code platform with a developer portal will run on Google Cloud, enriching the developer experience v...


Apple-to-allow-third-party-app-stores-in-Japan

Apple to allow third-party app stores in Japan


Wednesday, June 26, 2024 by

The Japanese parliament has passed the Act on Promotion of Competition for Specified Smartphone Software, a law that compels Apple to allow access to third-party app stores and payment providers on devices that run iOS. The legislation, which was passed by Japan's upper house and will be enforced following Cabinet approval within the next eighteen months, seeks to c...


Software-testing-on-metaverse-technologies

Software testing on metaverse technologies


Wednesday, June 19, 2024 by

Metaverse is a new form of a reality where people can meet up using their avatar to be seen in a virtual office where employees can demonstrate the project, discuss the company status, plans and timeline as well as people can be seen working from all over the world. The other possible form of the metaverse is the use of AI and Augmented reality with a special device whe...


Multi-platform-apps-are-becoming-more-popular

Multi platform apps are becoming more popular


Tuesday, June 18, 2024 by

Candy Crush Saga is one of the world’s most popular video games, with more than 5 billion downloads. That’s partly because gamers can play it anywhere. It offers versions for multiple platforms, including Android, iOS, and Windows: a practice known as multihoming. Smaller developers, however, often decide not to pursue multiple platforms because it&r...


Network-exposure-platform-from-Nokia

Network exposure platform from Nokia


Tuesday, June 18, 2024 by

Nokia announced Network Exposure Platform, a new software offering that will expand and simplify the number of APIs available to operators, their partners, and customer channels to enable the creation of network powered applications for consumer, enterprise, and industrial customers.  Nokia Network Exposure Platform (NEP) is the first implementation of the&...


How-AI-and-low-code-no-code-are-helping-developer-teams

How AI and low-code no-code are helping developer teams


Tuesday, June 18, 2024 by

In today’s increasingly crowded consumer landscape, business leaders are under immense pressure to maintain their competitive edge and receive consumer attention. With more than 5.5 million new business applications filed in 2023, leaders must find new and innovative ways to make their company stand out among competitors, all while providing satisfactory service, ...


GPU-market-value-to-surpass-274-billion

GPU market value to surpass 274 billion


Tuesday, June 11, 2024 by

The increasing utilization of graphic applications in PCs and mobile devices is substantially raising the market value of GPUs. According to Stocklytics.com, the GPU market value will surpass 274 billion by 2029, representing a 33.2 % CAGR from 2024. Currently, the GPU market is worth over $65 billion, up from $43 billion in 2023, underscoring the immense growth potenti...


In-game-audio-ads-are-coming-to-MENA

In-game audio ads are coming to MENA


Monday, June 10, 2024 by

Odeeo has announced a game changing partnership with Evolution Media Group, MENA’s most prominent in-game advertising business with a reach of 2.5bn users, that will bring in-game audio ads to the region. The new partnership will help MENA-based brands and publishers make waves with regionally relevant in-game audio ads. 50% of app downloads in MENA are attribu...


Developers-are-using-AI

Developers are using AI


Friday, June 7, 2024 by

SlashData’s Developer Nation survey is a research program on mobile, desktop, industrial IoT, consumer electronics, embedded, third-party app ecosystems, cloud, web, game, AR/VR, and machine learning developers, as well as data scientists, tracking developers’ experiences across platforms, technologies, programming languages, app and API categories, revenue ...


Top-startups-of-the-decade-revealed

Top startups of the decade revealed


Wednesday, May 22, 2024 by

New data has revealed the top 10 most successful startups of the decade. The Startup Success Index, by software development experts at Vention, analyzed a list of 1,220 startups, from CB Insights, against its valuation, the public perception of the company through search volume, its growth score, and the number of employees. Results for each category were converted...


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Global smartphone shipments make huge leap in 2024


Monday, May 13, 2024 by

According to Stocklytics.com, the global smartphone shipment jumped 20 million units YoY to reach 289.4 million units in Q1 2024. The remarkable growth is due to strong performances in EMEA, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Global smartphone shipments jump by 20M units YOY in Q1 2024 "This remarkable uptick in smartphone shipments not only undersco...


Apple-shifts-position-on-AI-and-aquires-Darwin-AI

Apple shifts position on AI and aquires Darwin AI


Wednesday, April 10, 2024 by

Apple Inc. is strategically advancing its position in the artificial intelligence (AI) domain, signifying a pivotal shift in the company's approach to integrating AI into its core operations and product ecosystem. The recent innovations and acquisitions underscore the Cupertino-based tech giant’s focus on bringing AI to its offerings while prioritizing user pr...