What is an Android Mobile App?
An Android Mobile App is a software application developed as a native app specifically for Android mobile devices.
The operating system was originally created by Android, Inc., a company founded in California in 2003. It kept developing Android until 2005. Then the company was acquired by Google at a price of USD 50 million. Google introduced Android to the public in 2007. Today Android is part of the Open Handset Alliance. As an open source operating system, it is being developed for smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, televisions and TV boxes continuously.
With almost 70 % market share Android is now the leading operating system for mobile devices worldwide. Because of that the development of an Android App is and stays a good economic investment.
What is an Android Mobile App?
An Android Mobile App is a software application developed as a native app specifically for Android mobile devices.
The operating system was originally created by Android, Inc., a company founded in California in 2003. It kept developing Android until 2005. Then the company was acquired by Google at a price of USD 50 million. Google introduced Android to the public in 2007. Today Android is part of the Open Handset Alliance. As an open source operating system, it is being developed for smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, televisions and TV boxes continuously.
With almost 70 % market share Android is now the leading operating system for mobile devices worldwide. Because of that the development of an Android App is and stays a good economic investment.
What is the best programming language for Android Apps?
The programming languages Java and Kotlin are the right choice for developing Android Apps.
Java
Java is the standard programming language for developing apps on Android.
The advantages of Java are:
- Excellent performance
- Detailed documentation
- Wide range of third-party libraries
- Large pool of qualified developers
- Improved error detection and solving
- Creation of standard programs and reusable code
Kotlin
Kotlin is a good alternative to Java.
Kotlin offers:
- Code compactness and security
- Fast code creation and easy readability because Kotlin is a statically typed programming language
- User-friendly and understandable coding norms
- Supports developers for creating extension functions
- Very easy and almost automated way to create data classes
- Exchange and use of information from Java
- Many function types and specialized language structures
- Large applications are divided into smaller layers
We develop compact, stable and secure Android Apps
using Kotlin and Java
Advantages of using Android Apps in business
Android Apps bring a number of benefits to businesses. Those are:
Android is an open source system. The open source community accelerates development because many people work voluntarily on the system. As a result, with each available update Android becomes more secure, user-friendly and reliable.
Android has several protection layers that shield it against viruses or other external attacks. Projects of any size can be implemented. Even highly sensitive areas such as finance, medicine or infrastructure are well protected with Android Apps.
Android provides support for both 2D and 3D graphics. This allows complex effects to be integrated into the app and set unique selling points.
Google’s privacy policy is less strict than Apple’s. This enables easy user data handling.
Google Play has fewer app design requirements than Apple. This makes the development process shorter. The app can go to market faster.
Android has flexible tools for integrating Google services as well as third-party services. This expands the app functionality significantly.
With almost 70 % market share is the number of Android users very high. An Android App reaches a large proportion people. The reach can even be expanded through targeted advertising on Google Play.
The smartphone is always at hand. It allows users to access the app at any time, search for products and place orders. Companies can also send targeted advertising messages with minimal financial outlay directly to their potential customers. This not only minimize advertising expenses, but also increases marketing effectiveness.
Google Play offers various payment methods that are already used by many people. Those payment methods can be integrated easily and securely in every Android App, so no external providers are needed.
With native development, full access to the smartphone’s camera, sensors, GPS, Bluetooth or other hardware is possible. This gives free space for innovations.
An Android App improves customer service. The app can be used for conducting online consultations, building a knowledge base or offering chatbot that has an instant answer to common questions. The customers can give the company good feedback and help this way to optimize products or services.
With our modern Android Apps your business can also benefit
from these advantages
Android Apps in Business —
In which industries is the Android App development important?
An Android App is the right decision for every industry, for example for:
An online shop or a marketplace can be developed as a Mobile Application. With targeted UX optimization, a native Android App can be designed highly user-friendly.
E-Bay, for example, uses an Android App to provide its customers with the best possible shopping experience. Items can be bought, sold or auctioned via the app. Real-time push notifications inform the user about the bid submission or other events.
In production, Android Apps are set up to control the production processes, production planning, quality control, scanner solutions and extensive Production Data Acquisition (PDA).
Xentral Boss App, the mobile version of the well-known ERP system, provides the user with a detailed overview of all important company data. Information about incoming orders, sent packages, current sales or outstanding invoices can be easily accessed and managed.
In the healthcare industry, Android Apps are used for consultations, prescriptions or, in the form of a digital patient file, for treatment documentation. Mobile health apps help people, who are chronically sick, keep track of their diet plans, medication intake or symptoms.
Techniker Krankenkasse offers an Android App that insured persons can use to upload their sick notes, view prescribed medication, request certificates, collect bonus points or have costs reimbursed. The app also includes fitness support. Users who have taken 60,000 steps within twelve weeks are rewarded with a health dividend.
Service providers for local and long-distance passenger transport can offer their customers real-time information on routes, events and news via an Android App.
With the DB Navigator, Deutsche Bahn gives its passengers the opportunity to view the current timetables for trains, buses and ferries via an Android App. In addition, tickets can be purchased via the app.
The Craftsmen also benefit from Android App development. It allows them to optimize their work processes and save costs.
With an Android App, Safelite Autoglass made the work easier for its field technicians. The employees became more mobile, thanks to the app, and were able to do their work more efficiently.
Most banks and financial service providers offer a Mobile App. What financial institutions value most about the native Android App development is the security aspect.
Finanzen.net offers its customers information about the current market data, share prices, derivatives, indices, warrants, bonds and funds via an Android App. In addition, customers can manage their own portfolio via the app.
Media companies can reach their audience directly using the app. Subscribers get a convenient channel for receiving the content they want at any time.
The Tagesschau presents its viewers the latest news, videos, live streams, regional news and audio contributions via a free Android App.
We help you to integrate your Android App in your business concept
What should be considered when developing an Android App?
High Competition
Easier approval rules on Google Play mean that the platform offers very many apps. In order to stand out from the competition, professional development is strongly recommended.
Screen Resolution
Different smartphone models use different screen resolutions. When developing the app, it is important to ensure that the application works optimally on all mobile end devices.
Device Types
Not only smartphones, but also tablets are very popular. Support for tablets should also be provided for when developing Android Apps.
Data Security
Security measures should be implemented to protect the Android Applications. This can be biometric authentication or data encryption, for example.
Compatibility
Many Android devices run on older Android operating systems. To reach the target group, it is necessary that the App is compatible with previous Android versions.
What are the steps in Android App development?
The individual development of a mobile application takes eight steps:
In the first step, we formulate the customer requirement, define the target group and their goals, analyze the market and the competition and think about the monetization and other financing options.
As soon as the basics are clear, we create a requirements catalog in the form of an implementation concept. The concept records in detail which functions are required and which technologies are to use. In addition, we define the most important project indicators (KPIs) and delegate the tasks to the right professionals.
A software architect or an experienced developer defines the structure of the application.
He finds the best way to process data within the application so that defined project goals are achieved.
We design a simplified form of the user interface using sketches and wireframes.
With the help of a workflow model we visualize then all transitions and interactions in the Mobile App.
The workflow model simplifies even complex systems. This can reduce the number of clicks in the applicationsignificantly, resulting in a better user experience.
A designer creates a style guide, a design concept for the app based on the sketches and wireframes. The goal is to achieve a harmonious combination of shapes, lines, colors, fonts and buttons. We develop an interactive prototype to test the requirements and make changes if necessary.
Now we write the code for the user interface (Front-End) and the server logic (Back-End), integrating external services if required.
During programming, we rely on agile development, according to SCRUM, optimizing performance and processes.
Once the programming is completed, the app is tested by QA specialists for functionality, compatibility, usability (UX/UI) and performance.If errors are discovered, we document and forward them back to development for rework.
The Back-End software is installed on the production server.
In compliance with Apple and Google guidelines, the app will be published in the app stores.
We constantly monitor user behavior and app functionality, so that we can intervene immediately if necessary.
We are the right partner for your company in every project phase
How much does an Android App cost?
To calculate the price of Mobile App development, we ask you the following questions:
- Do you want a native or a hybrid app?
- Is the app more complex, so that it has to communicate with a database server (Backend)?
- Which functions should your app have?
- Which third-party services should be connected?
- Should the Mobile App have an individual UX design?
- Is the app intended only for the customer or also for the company’s employees?
- When do you need the Mobile App?
Once all questions have been answered in detail,
we will calculate the estimated cost
Why is senapsa the right partner for you?
We are the right partner for all digitalization tasks, because of
We have many years of extensive project experience. We implement both simple and complex solutions for different industries and areas of application.
We follow your specifications and wishes. You get exactly the solution you need and ordered, with all settings and functions included.
We deliver the product in your Corporate Design so that your customers and employees recognize your brand.
We work with a well-established team. We cover the complete development life cycle, from the idea and market analysis to implementation and Go Live. You receive the entire project from us.
We divide the project into individual development phases, which you can follow easily and conveniently. This gives you the opportunity to monitor and control the entire development process.
We ensure a perfect execution at all times. Even after completion, we are there for you, so that your product works as long as you use it.