MOBILE APP DEVELOPMENT : 5 Things that free Android Apps can do but Iphone can't

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5 Things that free android apps can do but Iphone can't 

 

 1. Lock Screen :  START

May be possible that you don't realize it but lock screen is one of the powerful asset of android.i-phone lock screen displays the time,the date,a list of notifications. all information is useful but can be more useful for some user.

             Now this is the beauty of android. There are number of apps available that gives user more control on their lock screen. example shown below :

2. Dragon Mobile assistant :

siri is great service provided by iphone. but there is a more better option.. that is Dragon mobile assistant..

Some more Voice Assistant services are there for IOS devices. but they are normal apps.

                   On android you can install a voice assistant of your choice , it will take over your phone and offer versatile functionality.

3. HD Widgets : 

Android has them... but iphone does not.HD widgets adds wonderfully design widgets to smartphones or tablet. that are fully customized.

4. Agent :

It is a Great app which makes your smart phone smarter. it is an app that Features functionality every smartphone should have right out of the box.

and the best part.. it is free at the android app store.

5. Smart IR Remote : 

In IOS there are 1000 different remotes apps that user control 1000 different devices.

                 in android one app by which you control 700000 different devices. Smart IR Remote is an terrific app for any android device with a built-in infrared blaster. Examples include what are likely the two best Android phones in the world right now: The Samsung Galaxy S5 and the HTC One (M8).               

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MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT : How to make user friendly mobile application

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In MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT it is the most important thing a application developer should keep in mind that mobile application should be user friendly..

There are some tips by M2 Software Solutions  to make apps user friendly.

How to make user friendly mobile application

 

1. Think as user : 

It is really important that you think like a user. it will give you an idea that what user want, which age group will use your app, what functionality should a app have. because your user convenience is more important then your own.

2. keep it simple to use : 

your mobile application should be simple so that new user can also use it . Most popular and best interfaces aren't complex in fact with the right approach the to usability, you can put a huge amount of functionality to a simple, user-friendly design.

3.Make it Usable

Your app should have value to the user by helping them do something or giving them important information. Decide upfront what you want your app to do before you begin designing it. Don’t try to have it do too much, especially if this is your first app. Instead, opt for a clean app that does one or two things well and you will appeal to a wider audience.
Some of the tasks a user friendly mobile app can handle include the following:

• Social messaging
  
• Photo sharing
  
• Mobile payment
  
• Location
  
• Voice chatting
  
• Games
  

Cover as Many Platforms as Possible

Every day users access apps across multiple devices and platforms — desktop, Web, smartphone and tablet — often covering all platforms in one day. Entrepreneurs need to make sure their app is available, functional and attractive across as many devices and platforms as possible.

Security

Customers have the right to secure transactions and interaction with your mobile app on every step. Having solid agreements with top quality vendors is necessary to ensure your commitment to security is shared among all parties involved in the process.

Testing is key

Testing in mobile apps is a bit of a new field, but it can be extremely impactful. Check out platforms like Artisan to power these tests.

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Interesting facts about mobile application development

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Interesting facts about MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT

 

1). 58% of U.S. consumers aged 16 years and older (this is the second largest market in terms of technology, after China) own at least one smartphone. 

 

2). The number of mobile Internet users in 2013 who browse websites and access social networks via smartphones, exceeded 1.2 billion. 

 

3). The amount of mobile Internet traffic is 15% of the total Internet traffic in the world. 

 

4). Device with any of the existing diagonal screen does not occupy more than 20% of the market in the context of world sales: variety of mobile devices is growing. 

 

5). 61% of the Earth population can change their mind about the brand, if the brand offers opportunities for mobile access, mobile applications or purchase goods and services via smartphone. 

 

6). 60% of online shoppers use smartphones at the time of stay in grocery stores and supermarkets, and another 50% - on the way to the store. 

 

7). 90% of people switch between different devices in the process of completing a specific task, and in the process of implementation usually involves smartphones, desktop PCs, Internet tablets and even TV’s. 

 

8). In 2013 and 2014, it is planned to supply nearly half billion Internet-tablets.

 

9). Mobile web continues acceleration, not only because of the love for the technology: every 100 milliseconds, during which user is forced to wait for the next page to load on the screen of a mobile phone or tablet reduces sales by 1%. 

 

10). 85% of emails in the world are browsed via mobile phones and another 16% of them - via tablets. 

 

11). Mobile search engines today are treated quarter of all search queries in the world. 

 

12). 95% of smartphone users search for information, tied to local points, brands and data. 

 

13). Users of mobile devices spend on buying 50% more than PC users. 

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Different types of web design

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As a WEB DESIGNERS, First we need to understand the need of customer then create a web design according to it ... 

So here are the types of web designs according to need of customers

DIFFERENT TYPES OF WEB DESIGN

 

Static Website Design - Small Websites

 A static website is one without any server-side functionality and has no database or interactive content. Static web design is appropriate for smaller websites that don’t need any complex features or content. Static websites can still be designed to look really good with stylish graphics and content, they just can’t do anything clever based upon any behind-the-scenes programming. The advantage is that a static website is easier, faster and cheaper to design and build but is still professional and stylish.

Basic Brochure Website 

For individuals and small businesses with a low budget; a Simple but professional website that acts as a brochure or advert for you and your business. Brochure websites can have as few as one or two pages (usually five or six) and typically follow a common format

• Home Page - an eye-catching introduction to your business with clear summary information about what you do
• About / Philosophy - who you are, your credentials and your values
• Your Services - one page for each different service you offer
• Contact - a contact form, address/telephone/email, location map
• Links

 

Advanced Static Website

For small/medium businesses: static websites can be enhanced with advanced web design features to make them slick, stylish and interesting including:

• Drop-down navigation
• Animated jQuery (javascript) effects
• Flash content
• Multimedia (video/audio)
• News page
• Social Network plugins
• Image gallery

Each static website we design is unique and we work with our clients to help them decide on the right features for their website which are appropriate to their business and budget.

Dynamic Website Design - Large/Complex Websites

Dynamic websites make use of server-side programming and databases to store and deliver the content. This allows web pages to perform more complex functions and display complex data and interactive content. This is the standard way that larger websites are designed as it makes adding large numbers of pages based upon the same template very easy. The down side is that it requires more initial work than a static website so it isn’t economical for small sites.

Content Management System (CMS) Website 

 

For people who want to make frequent changes/updates or want full control over their website we design them with a CMS. A CMS can be part of just about any kind of website. Depending on your needs this can be as simple as the ability to add new items to a news page or image gallery, or full what-you-see-is-what-you-get (WYSIWYG) control over the content of each page.

We work with our clients to develop a bespoke website and CMS solution that suits their needs. We can give you as much or as little control over your website as you require. We are also happy to update any website we design for our clients either on a scheduled or ad-hoc basis.

E-Commerce Websites 

 

For businesses that make money through their website either by selling goods from an online shop or offering premium (paid for) online services. This can range from simple integration with PayPal to sell a small number of items in an online shop where PayPal handles the entire checkout and stock-management process to large, self-contained shops which securely process credit card payments for hundreds of items.
eCommerce websites are (almost) always dynamic and database driven and usually have the provision for the client to add new items and update prices, descriptions, images and stock levels from a dedicated admin system. Sometimes some of the features of an eCommerce website will be integrated into a different kind of website e.g. a band/musician might have a website with images, news and information about their music but also has the ability to sell that music as a digital download.

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Does every business need a RESPONSIVE WEB DESIGN

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Today I am here with a question.. Does very business need a RESPONSIVE WEB DESIGN

 

 Responsive web design is the in-thing now a days. Not only that as the mobile traffic is rising on mobile phones as well as tablets, businesses are finding it extremely important to accommodate the user experience for people browsing website using smaller screens. i have seen some  businesses in which 50% or more of the total traffic of the total traffic coming on their website through mobile devices.

                

Case for Mobile Responsive Web Design

• 62% of companies that designed a website specifically for mobile had increased sales - Econsultancy
• 48% of users say that if they arrive on a business site that isn't working well on mobile, they take it as an indication of the business simply not caring- MarginMedia.
• 90% of people use multiple screens sequentially- uberflip.

Devices:There are several ways to serve website to a user on mobile

• Serve the user the same website that people get on the desktop computers
• Serve a separate mobile website
• Serve the same website, but make it gracefully adjust to the size of the screen- mobile responsive design
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         What if your website does not have many mobile visitors? Do you still need a responsive web design?

 

              In this post, I will try and explain the scenarios in which you won’t need a responsive design.

1. Your Analytics Says Otherwise 

If your analytics says that there is a significant traffic on your website through mobile devices then only you will need to think about Responsive web design.
what
Now, what if you don’t see much traffic there? 

It could be that the audience you are targeting do not use mobile devices much to use your website.

 2. Responsive Design is Not the Future 

Back in the days when Flash was gaining popularity, people used to say it’s the future. Now where does it stand?
Even Adobe, the makers of flash, has discontinued development of that technology. With HTML 5 functionalities, flash really doesn’t have a business case.
Now think of responsive web design. While it’s a design thinking and not a technology like flash, it’s still not the future of web design.
The future is ever evolving and continuously changing. Websites need to adapt to the changing user demands.
Can responsive design deliver 5 years from now? Maybe, maybe not.

3. You Don’t Care About SEO 

For some businesses SEO is the key. For others, not so much.
While not having a responsive design won’t affect SEO, having a separate mobile website vs a responsive design can have SEO implications.
Even if you have a separate mobile website, chances are the content will most likely be the same with some stripped down elements. Unless you take care of proper canonicalization, you can run into duplicate content issues and might cause your search engine traffic to drop.

4. You Have a Global Use Case for Your Brand

The need for responsive web design/mobile website comes when the user experience on the desktop computer as compared to a tablet or mobile phone is different.
Assume you have a movie ticket booking website. When people use desktops for booking tickets, chances are they are looking to book for a movie they have already planned to watch.
Now take the case of a user using his mobile. They could be looking for recommendations on the fly or theaters near to their location. Here the intend is different and requires content that helps them take action faster.
If you have different set of use cases for your website, it makes sense to have a mobile responsive design. If not, stick to the plain old desktop version.

5. Ad Revenue Matters- a Lot!

If your main source of income is Ad Revenues, you might want to re-think mobile responsive design.
Usually Ads get placed on the sidebars, and with responsive design, the sidebar gets pushed to the bottom of the content. This will lead to less eyeballs on the ads as compared to their full-fledged counterparts.
Unless you can come up with a responsive layout that will not affect your ad revenue, go with the responsive web design.

6. Budget Constrains

Let’s face it. Responsive design, even though good, is complex.
The more complex the project, the more the designer is going to charge you for (unless of course, you can trike an amazing deal with them).
Not only does responsive design require a higher skill set, it also increases development time, testing time (testing across different screen sizes and resolution), and additional overheads.

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Answersheet for : Quiz to improve WEB DEVELOPMENT skills

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As every Friday, here is the answer sheet of yesterday's test...

Match your answers and tell us your reault..

 

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Answers :

Question no.                          Answer

    Que. 1                                      C
    Que. 2                                      D
    Que. 3                                      A
    Que. 4                                      D
    Que. 5                                      A
    Que. 6                                      D
    Que. 7                                      C
    Que. 8                                      B
    Que. 9                                      C
    Que. 10                                    B

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Quiz to improve WEB DEVELOPMENT skills

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Every Thursday we conduct a quiz practice for PHP DEVELOPER which help them to improve their WEB DEVELOPMENT skills

 

Today i am Here are some mySQL (Database) questions to solve...

 

 

PHP interview questions

 

Que.1 The updated MySQL extension released with PHP 5 is typically referred to as..

a) MySQL
b) mysql
c) mysqli
d) mysqly 

Que. 2 mysql_connect( ) does not take following parameter

a) Database host 
b) User ID
c) Password
d) Database name

Que. 3 Which one of the following statements instantiates the mysqli class?

a) mysqli = new mysqli()
b) $mysqli = new mysqli()
c) $mysqli->new.mysqli()
d) mysqli->new.mysqli()

Que. 4 Which of the following is not a session function?

a) sssion_decode
b) session_destroy
c) sessipon_id
d) session_PW

Que. 5 Which one of the following methods is responsible for sending the query to the database?

a) query()
b) send_query()
c) sendquery()
d) query_send()

Que.6  Which one of the following methods recuperates any memory consumed by a result set?

a) destroy()
b) remover()
c) alloc()
d) free()

Que.7  If there is no error, then what will the error() method return?

a) TRUE
b) FALSE
c) Empty String
d) 0

Que. 8 Which version of MySQL introduced the prepared statements?

a) MySQL 4.0
b) MySQL 4.1
c) MySQL 4.2
d) MySQL 4.3

Que.9  Which method retrieves each row from the prepared statement result and assigns the fields to the bound results?

a) get_row()
b) fetch_row()
c) fetch()
d) row()

Que. 10 Which one of the following statements should be used to include a file?

a) #include ‘filename’;
b) include ‘filename’;
c) @include ‘filename’;
d) #include 

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