No Need For An "App For That"
Many here on CrackBerry have been reaching out to app developers for insight on whether or not they will support BB10. I think the we may want to ask, how RIM and BB10 is supporting them and would we need an app for that?
What I mean by this that many developers are shifting to web-based applications - not having an app but a enhanced mobile web user experience. The iPhone is very dependent on mobile apps.* Though this was cool then, dependency on mobile apps is not the best mobile experience anymore - as some apps can only be accessed over WiFi and not simply data. People would like all the time access. Working in the web development and digital marketing industry, I'm seeing companies request HTML5 now more than ever for web development - all for its usability on mobile devices.
With this being said, BlackBerry has put a great deal of effort in developing a what many have called, superior mobile browser for BB10. Its HTML5 capabilities are perceived to be, "better that desktop browsers". RIM may be supporting the web-based app revolution now as soon or later, almost everyone will be there.
If my assumption holds to be true, there are two huge benefits that come to mind:
- More memory on device. Less apps and more homepage bookmarks will let you maximize your storage for images, music, and documents, instead of application files. This will also keep the device running smooth and fast.
- From a developers perspective, its saves you time and money - which all devs would like to do. Building a web based experience that capability across all browsers is so more efficient for them. 1 place, 1 code, that's it. No one is left out. With all phones playing the touchscreen game, it a no-brainer. Also, many apps outside of games and utilities are free. Companies like ESPN are paying for a resource that's not making them money. I cant see that happening for too long.
What are your thoughts? If your mobile web experience is really good, would you still need an app for that?
* I'm not bashing (my disclaimer for all the iPhone crazies)
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Re: No Need For An "App For That"
big difference in an app that is designed to give mobile users the info they need that ther device can utilize . . and a webpage that is designed for either someone with a very large screen and high speed unlimited data connection or a generic mobile user.
companies are spending big bucks so that they will have an "app for that". html 5 is good,and will be used a lot in the future. but device specific apps are going to be around for a while, the question is how many platform will companies support and how large of a marketshare do they need to be relevant?
No Need For An "App For That"
the web-based app argument for the playbook and it's resulting market performance is a clear indicator of what the consumer wants.
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