Mobile Application Development |
Developing
an iPhone application is not easy but
not too hard a task to try either. The Software Development Kit (SDK) of Apple has
simplified iPhone applications
development and lets even novices develop mobile applications. However, the
SDK is also a concern for iPhone app developers
as it needs to be strictly followed to ensure that the application features at
iTunes. Moreover, Human Interface Guidelines and App Store Review Guidelines can
also be stumbling block towards approval of an application.
Apple’s
approach towards application approval is highly user-centric, unlike Google’s. Therefore,
developers have tough time with Apple as they have to take care of various aspects
to get an iPhone application
approved for iTunes. There are certain things that iPhone app developers should be careful about to increase chances
of application approval.
Apple Graphics – Icons
of images of Apple are really beautiful but not to be used in iPhone applications development.
Developers may tend to think that Apple may be flattered to find its own icons
and images but that is not the case at all.
Apple Purchasing API – For
applications that accept money for products or services, it is necessary to use
Apples’ in-app Application Programming Interface (API) for monetary
transactions. Cordova plug-in is required for it too. If the in-app API is
omitted for purchase/sales, the application is bound to be disapproved.
Beta or Demo – Apple
does not believe in trial applications, even though they are logical reality.
So, iPhone app developers should
avoid inclusion of terms such as demo and beta. They can refine their
applications but not launch one as trial version.
Connectivity Independence – iPhone app developers must make
applications as much independent of internet connectivity as possible. Those
applications which only work when connected are not highly regarded by Apple.
Fast Loading –
Applications that take more than 10 seconds for initial loading do not get
approved. It is rather blessing in disguise as iPhone app developers can improve the performance of their product.
Guidelines – Human
Interface Guidelines of Apple have to be religiously followed. Even slightest
negligence towards it can prevent the application from reaching iTunes.
Manageable Size – Every
effort should be made to keep the iPhone
application small in size. Any application above 50MB has invited trouble
for itself. Lossy compression can be carried out on those applications that
contain lots of images.
Minimum Download – Not
all users have unlimited data plans and so, Apple does appreciate applications
that download huge amount of data every time they are opened. iPhone applications development must
ensure minimum-possible download.
Originality – It is
almost impossible to be 100% original in iPhone
applications development, especially for individuals and small development
companies. However, they must ensure that similarities exist only up to the
level of basic idea and general purpose. A total copy gets rejected.
Relevance and Usefulness – Developers
should conceptualise applications for wider population and with great
usefulness. An iPhone application
that is developed for very limited number of people may get rejected.
Conclusively,
it has to be said that even the best applications may face rejection but following
these tips increases chances of relatively quick appearance on iTunes.
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