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