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MWC 2011: appMobi puts web apps on a par with native

Tim Green
MWC 2011: appMobi puts web apps on a par with native

Says MobiUs apps can exceed the functionality of their native equivalents.

Any product written in web programming languages like HTML5, JavaScript and CSS will run within MobiUs Web, without requiring the compiled binary files typical of downloadable native mobile apps.

appMobi claims this combo delivers the best of both the mobile Web and native app worlds in a single app.

And it means that WebApps can be distributed via traditional mobile channels or even website downloads.

So the big idea is that operators, handset manufacturers, brands and more can build mobile browsers that run WebApps and support large developer ecosystems across multiple devices, platforms and operating systems.

Meanwhile appMobi also emphasises the ability of its tools to cache and run fully-featured Web apps with the same functions as native apps.

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They do this by leveraging JavaScript APIs from the appMobi XDK, PhoneGap and Wholesale Applications Community. This way they can utilise:

    * Accelerometer
    * Camera
    * Contacts
    * Device file and storage system
    * Encrypted data storage and transfer
    * GPS and geo location
    * Notification system (sound and vibration)
    * Touch, gestures and portrait/landscape orientation

In addition it also enables WebApps with:

    * Augmented reality
    * OAuth (Open Authorization)
    * Over-the-air app update capability
    * QR code reader
    * SQL database integration
    * Streaming media

ME’s news coverage of MWC is supported by NewBay, the leader in cloud-based digital content services. NewBay’s LifeCache white label platform enables operators and device makers to deliver a lifetime of content experiences across mobiles, PCs, tablets and TVs. Customers include T-Mobile, Telefónica O2, France Telecom Orange, AT&T, Telstra, LG and more.

Tags: mobile web , browser , web , Apps , appmobi , MWC 2011

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