Changing trends in the field of Application Development

Shanu Mishra
Gen-Y
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5 min readApr 20, 2020

Mobile apps are now an integral part of our lifestyle and digital strategy. Also, the demand of mobile apps is increasing rapidly around the globe, and we can find millions of Business apps, lifestyle apps, educational apps, on-demand apps etc. on the Google Play Store and the App Store. According to Statista, mobile apps are supposed to generate around $189 Billion US dollars in revenues.

Not only that, but many experts have already said that the mobile app industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors and that it shows no signs of slowing down in future as well. Looking at the current scenario of COVID-19, it is no doubt that apps and app developers will play a significant role in the growth of the economy

It is one of those domains which keeps on refining almost every day. So, to keep up with the ever-increasing customer demands, you need to bring the required changes in the process. So here are the top emerging trends in the field of app development:

#1 — Artificial Intelligence for Your Mobile App Development Strategies

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is undoubtedly well-known and globally appreciated technology, which has introduced the way of a new era of human-machine interaction. Many leading organizations like Google are betting a lot of money on this technology along with the belief that AI is the future of the technology world.

Apps like FaceApp, Replika, Cortana, Siri, Google Assistant, and IRIS aren’t new to tech developers anymore.

In fact, deep learning when collaborated with machine learning can do wonders to mobile app development projects by giving you valuable data and real-time analytics.

AI can help doctors by providing them with more suitable treatment options like reinforced learning that follow commands and track any form of symptoms.

#2 — VR and AR Will be Deployed Into More Mobile Apps

More mobile apps will adapt to augmented reality and virtual reality in 2019. These apps incorporate the real-world experience in your mobile application. Various VR/AR-based games like Sky Siege, Pokemon Go, myNav, and iOnRoad were introduced and took the breath of the users.

#3-Blockchain

Why is it considered as game-changer?

Blockchain technology has helped so many startups and businesses to create their own blockchain-powered apps, smart contracts, and blockchain-based software solutions. More and more techies and developer’s producing powerful apps and software using blockchain benefits.

#4–5G Technology in mobile application development

5G technology is going to be the most popular app development trend for the year 2020. For mobile app developers, technology is about to transform mobility forever. Thousands of app developers are taking 5G mobile technology into consideration to enhance the functionality of their apps in relation to data security, speed, 3D gaming, augmented reality and adding new features to their mobile application.

#5-IoT trends in the sphere of app development

The Internet of Things for mobile app development has become a big industry that is evolving with time.

According to some reports from Gartner, the number of connected devices will reach up to 26 billion by 2020 that will include hundreds of smart objects like toys, LED light bulbs, sports equipment, domestic appliances, medical devices, and controllable power sockets etc. These domestic objects are said to work as a part of Internet of Things and will be operated through an app on your smartphone or tablet.

#6-Cloud computing applications

Cloud Computing allows the user to store information on centralized servers, which can be fetched out later temporarily on any clients devices including desktops, notebooks, handhelds, and many other devices. In simple words, we can say that Cloud Computing is the process where tasks and data are kept on the Internet instead of any individual device, which can be accessed afterwards, on-demand.

With the help of Cloud Computing, smartphone users can store huge amounts of data, without even using a single bit of their mobile space. It can also give information about the user’s location, context, and other requested services to improvise user experience.

#7-Wearable devices are getting attention

According to International Data Corporation (IDC), the market for wearable devices is going to experience a composite annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.3%, leading to 213.6 million units shipped in 2020. We saw some amazing wearable devices last year from the like of Apple, Huawei, and Samsung.

A million of the mobile apps are present in the play store. You have to face the struggle to stand out in this competitive space. To make your mobile app development successful, it is important to keep yourself updated with the latest mobile app development trends and technologies.

When it comes to mobile app technologies, a software development company cannot possibly rely on outdated tools and trends at the development stage. 2020 so far is bursting with a host of potential and mobile app developers can enhance their skills better if they have insight into the latest mobile app development trends

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