Windows Mobile: The New App Development Trend In The Market
Windows Mobile is often termed as the new kid on the block
. But this definitely does not mean that this operating system is struggling to make a mark in the mobile app development market. Launched just two years back in 2010, Windows Mobile had recorded a steady & significant growth within less than a year of its introduction in the mobile market. Close to 20,000 mobile apps were designed for running on the Windows Mobile OS in a span of nine months. Today, there are more than 80,000 mobile applications which have been built exclusively for Windows Mobile. These apps are used over a wide array of industries like photography, health, education, gaming, etc.
With the rise in the number of mobile devices like smartphones, tablets, & PDAs and the subsequent rise in the need for mobile applications to run on these devices, app development companies are on the lookout for an OS platform which not only makes building of apps easier but is also compatible with the latest technology used for designing mobile applications. Windows Mobile, launched by Microsoft, is gradually establishing itself as one of the most trending names in the world of OS platforms supporting mobile application development. it is also referred to as the Smart Operating System (SOS). Let us take a look at some of the advantages which have contributed to the rise in the use of Windows Mobile as an operating system:
1. Applications such as MS PowerPoint, MS Word, internet explorer, outlook, and media player are provided by Windows Mobile. These are all essentials for a mobile device user.
2. Ease of use is an important component in making technology accepted among users. Since users are already familiar with the applications provided by Windows Mobile after having used MS Office on desktops, it becomes easier to perform tasks using the same applications on mobile devices. A study reveals that more than 50 percent users of Windows Mobile prefer this platform because of their familiarity with WD OS.
3. Windows Mobile is considered more reliable by users as it provides users & app developers with enhanced security features.
4. A user can migrate from the old version of Windows Mobile OS to its new version without the help of a professional. This means that a customer can choose to use the enhanced functionalities of the new version and fulfill his/her customized needs without the need of professional skills.
5. The return on investment or ROI is good in the case of Windows Mobile OS platform, thus helping in generating good quality yet cost effective mobile applications.
6. In spite of the fact that several versions of the OS have been released over a short span of time, Windows Mobile boasts of an easy to use UI. Since users can gain access to newer versions, the entertainment factor of Windows Mobile OS is also high. Customers can discover new properties of the operating system frequently.
7. The number of built in features in the Windows Mobile OS platform is also high. With the use of technology ranging from ASP.Net, Java, PHP, C, C++, VB.NET, & several others, the Windows Mobile framework is capable of supporting multiple requirements and is thus a favorite for individual users as well as mobile application developers.
With the rapid growth in the use & popularity of Windows Mobile as an operating system, several enterprises are also outsourcing app development work in order to avail the good quality apps built on Windows Mobile at an affordable price.
by: Yancy Marry
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