14 February 2012 07:31

Even though Android is the most popular operating system for smartphones, it's still not as popular as Apple for new applications - and Android is getting less popular. According to Flurry, last year there were 3 Apple apps developed for every 2 Android Apps and this year it's fallen to a 3:1 ratio in Apple's favour.

This is possibly because it's easier to create revenue from Apple apps and on average apps are quicker to develop for iOS.

05 October 2011 08:19

Apple has already been approving iOS 5 apps, but is asking developers to submit apps that have been written specifically for iOS5 now prior to the 12th October release of iOS 5.  The developer portal has been updated with the iOS 5 Readiness Checklist for help on developing & submitting iOS 5 apps.

04 October 2011 02:12

It looks like some HTC devices have a "massive” security flaw, as documented in a report from security specialist site Android Police, a site that has exposed security problems with Android-based smartphones in the past. According to the report, HTC's customisation of the Android system has made it easy for hackers to access user accounts, email addresses, phone numbers & the phone's location - read more at Android Police.

30 September 2011 08:17

There's a really useful collection of apps if you're a developer at Smashing magazine. 

Network Utility is great for checking if your server's up, the remote printer app is really handy, plus we like Full Browser, but WhatTheFont really tops the list - if you don't know a font, just take a photo of it and it'll get identified (or a close match).  Great stuff!

22 June 2011 10:15

Would you like an app for your business, but want to make sure you keep development costs under control?

Solvd are now offering a very low cost app solution for companies - read more about getting a low cost iPhone app for your business on our website: http://www.solvd.co.uk/apps/design/low_cost_iphone_apps.aspx