Mobile platforms

The development of applications in the mobile platform is ever-changing. If you're looking for the latest news and advice on developing mobile platforms, you'll find it in this topic. Get a better understanding of application development, platform deployment and mobile app techniques. Experts in the mobile application development field bring their knowledge about platform security and sustainability.

March 29, 2018 29 Mar'18
Fair-use defense fails in Oracle vs. Google Android lawsuit

A final appeal in the Oracle vs. Google Android lawsuit has come down against Alphabet Inc., asserting its use of Java APIs did not constitute fair use.
June 29, 2016 29 Jun'16
Accelerate edge device development with Couchbase Mobile

TheServerSide talks to Couchbase's Arun Gupta about full-stack NoSQL applications, like Couchbase Mobile and Couchbase Server.
May 10, 2016 10 May'16
What does Android look like from a Mountain View? Insights on Google I/O

So,they've moved the Google I/O conference away from downtown San Francisco out to Mountain View where Google has a big stake in the Shoreline Amphitheater. I've got mixed emotions on the move.

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OnePlus 2 mobile phone: Part two, the hardware experience

Expert developer Barry Burd recently took possession of a OnePlus 2 mobile phone. He shares his experience with the phone and what he thinks of the phone's hardware. Continue Reading
OnePlus 2 mobile phone: Part three, the software experience

Expert developer Barry Burd recently bought a OnePlus 2 mobile phone. Learn what he thinks of the phone's software. Continue Reading
The OnePlus 2 mobile phone: One user's experience

In this first part of a three-part series, expert developer Barry Burd takes you through his experience ordering, receiving, unwrapping and setting up the OnePlus 2 mobile phone. Continue Reading

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Why cross-platform mobile app development tools beat hybrid, native

Get a comparison of hybrid and JavaScript-native mobile app development tools versus iOS and Android native dev tools in this podcast with developer Jen Looper. Continue Reading

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Skimble CEO talks Android and iOS development

Skimble CEO Maria Ly discusses developing her startup fitness application for both Android and iOS. Continue Reading
5 ways to boost security and reduce mobile risks

Mobile risks are a constant concern for businesses with employees who work on mobile devices. Here are ways to mitigate security concerns. Continue Reading

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How to add voice recognition features to the Echo device

Have you thought about taking Amazon's Echo device for a test drive? Expert Barry Burd walks you through the process of developing apps for Echo. Continue Reading