Mobile app:

A mobile app (short for mobile application) is a software program specifically designed to run on a mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet. These apps are typically downloaded from app stores like:

• Google Play Store (for Android devices)
• Apple App Store (for iOS devices)

Key Characteristics:

• Touch-based interface optimized for smaller screens
• Connectivity: Many rely on internet access to function or update
• Purpose-built: Often created for specific tasks, such as messaging, shopping, gaming, or banking

There are three main types of mobile apps:

1. Native apps – built for a specific platform (e.g., iOS or Android)
2. Web apps – accessed through a mobile browser
3. Hybrid apps – combine elements of both native and web apps