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Mobile app development platform works as a software that helps businesses in rapid creation, testing and deploying of mobile apps for both smartphones and tablets. However, with immense competition going around the app development world, it becomes critical for organizations to develop a mobile app that gives them an edge over competitors. So for that choosing, a perfect mobile app development platform is imperative.

In short, it should be such which lets developers create, test, debug, deploy and maintain apps throughout the application's lifecycles. Further, it should also have an excellent back-end and middleware services that possess essential features ranging from data storage, push notification, authentication, etc.In this context, there are a plethora ofmobile app development tools that can do the needful for building a world-class app for a business.

Consequently,Techtic, with its fully skilled team of full-stack developers can help a business develop a high-end app in a fast and optimized way. The developers here know exactly how and which app development platform to leverage for delivering what a business is looking for in its app. However, before you jump in the app development bandwagon, here's a detailed analysis of 22 excellent mobile app development tools that can give you the best of app experience instantly.

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Table Of Contents

Cross-Platform App Development Frameworks..............401

Android App Development Tools & IDEs...........................1302

iOS App Development Tools & IDEs.................................2403

AR (Augmented Reality) Tools.........................................2904

AI (Artificial Intelligence) Tools........................................3205

Mobile Payment Tools.......................................................3706

Push Notification Tools.....................................................40

React Native Ionic Flutter Xamarin

Android Studio Visual Code Sublime Text

JavaScript Kotlin Java

Swift Objective-C Xcode

Easy AR AR Kit 2

IBM Watson Google assistant Siri

Braintree Stripe

Pusher Firebase07

About Us..............................................................................4408

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Cross-platform app development frameworks facilitate the creation of such software applications that are compatible across a variety of operating system ranging from Android to iOS. With its reusable code component system, it helps developers leverage the program developed for one app again and again.

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Cross-Platform AppDevelopment Frameworks

To put it in other words, it makes use of a single source code amidst multiple platforms. This, in turn, plays a significant role in speeding up the whole app development process along with significant cost reduction. Here's a detailed look at some of the significant cross-platform app development frameworks.

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React Native is another cross-app

development framework that has

accelerated the development process of

apps. It has over 1.6k contributors who

have committed code to this framework’s

codebase.

It uses JavaScript and Reacts to build

Native Android and iOS Mobile apps. It

can leverage complex UI and

component-based UI. This, in turn, helps

developers utilize the same UI

component to React Native iOS and

Android apps. This is the reason its

popularity has doubled up in the past

few years.

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React Native

Let's take a deep insight into what it has in store for the developers.

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React Native facilitates the reuse

of 90% of code between Android

and iOS. It means that the same

code can be deployed on both

platforms. This wouldn't only

reduce the development time

but, also enhance the

cost-saving considerably.

Facilitates CodeReuse and cost Saving

01

Live Reload allows the developer

to immediately see the result of

any changes made in the code.

While one window will show the

code, the other window will

display the effect of changes

made in the app.

Comes up WithLive Reloading

02

React Native is super-fast and robust in

performance. The use of GPU (Graphics Processing

Unit) makes the React Native architecture well-tuned

and compatible with all the devices.

Techtic, with its excellent team of developers, has a

thorough knowledge of React Native's modular and

intuitive interface. This makes them a pro at creating

apps that are easy to develop and maintain.

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Ionic is a cross-platform framework that facilitates the development of interactive

mobile apps that can get deployed across different platforms ranging from

Android, iOS, windows, and web. It is a free and open source framework created

on top of Angular JS and PhoneGap. It was one of the leading cross platform

framework in 2016.

Ionic provides a variety of tools for the development of hybrid mobile apps with

the help of technologies such as CSS, HTML5, and SASS. Further, it even has a

plethora of features ranging from Bluetooth, HealthKit, Finger Print Auth,

PhoneGap plugins and TypeScript extensions. These features make the overall

development of advanced apps easy. Here's a look at its various advantages.

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Ionic

Ionic is an easy to learn development framework. All a developer needs

to have is the general familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Learning is Easy01

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Since Ionic apps run on

different platforms such as

Android, iOS, windows, etc.,

it saves a developer from

writing different codes for

each platform. A code

written for one app can be

deployed across all the iOS,

Android, and Windows

devices. This, in turn,

reduces the overall

development time a lot.

ReducedDevelopment Time

02

Ionic helps in the development

of cross-platform apps with

optimum utilization of

resources such as time, assets

and efforts. This facilitates a

unified look and feel of the

app while enhancing its

feasibility.

Techtic has all the expertise to

build applications based on

Ionic rapidly. The developers

here know how to deploy

standard tools with a single

code base.

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Flutter is a modern development kit by Google, that will facilitate the

development of mobile apps for Android, iOS, and Google Fuchsia, a new

platform being developed by Google.

Since its inception, Flutter has got immensely popular among the

developers—as evident from the graph shown below:

Hot reload refers to the fact that developers can preview all the changes made

to the code in the app itself. It hardly takes few seconds to visualize the

changes, thereby enabling the developers to directly experiment, resolve any

technical glitches or buds, and add new features. Consequently, you will be

able to ensure more effective collaboration between the developers and

designers.

Hot Reload01

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That said, let’s take a deep dive into the advantages of using Flutter.

In case you want your investors to see the product on a short notice, Flutter

mobile application can help you out. The app will look native on both Android

and iOS. This will give your investors a complete picture of the MVP. While

developing two separate apps would be time-consuming, Flutter makes things

easy for the developer.

Ideal for Minimum Viable Product (MVP)02

Flutter uses Dart as the programming language. It is similar to React Native as

the programming style is reactive and declarative. It enhances the app startup

times and overall performance as no JavaScript bridge is needed. This is easily

achieved with the help of 'Ahead-of-Time' or AOT compilation used by Dart.

It also takes help of Just-in-Time or JIT compilation which ultimately refines the

development workflow as it enables hot reload capability to refresh the user

interface during development, thereby eliminating the need of building a new

version. As Flutter uses less code, there is little likelihood of bugs.

Less Code03

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Xamarin is a robust cross-platform app solution that is being used by 1.4 million

developers spanning 120 countries. Take a look at the increasing number of

developers using it.

Xamarin works across multiple operating systems. It doesn't only provide developers

with excellent tools that facilitate the building of cross-platform apps but, also

consists of all the native features along with the ability to share a common code

base.

All in all, Xamarin is an excellent platform for building an app that's high on

functionality and support. From letting the developer include added functionalities

through simple plugins to integrating the application with popular backends,

Xamarin does it all like a pro. Here's a sneak peek in its various advantages.

Since Xamarin contains reusable

code, 90% of it can get recycled

for app development across

various platforms. This doesn't

only accelerate the pace of

development but also reduces

the period of the product

development lifecycle.

Xamarin

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The Enhanced AppDevelopment Cycle

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Xamarin serves as a business-friendly platform because of its agility and

the reasonable cost approach. With its user interface making use of

form libraries, the whole development process becomes smooth, rapid

and straightforward.

Facilitates Rapid Mobile AppDevelopment for Business

02

Xamarin mobile app Development Company has a range of plug-ins and

supporting APIs for cross-platform app development. This facilitates the

interaction of native level with the operating device hardware, thereby

giving excellent compatibility options for app development.

All in all, Xamarin is the future of mobile application development. Techtic,

with its fully expert team of developers, can help you leverage Xamarin by

making use of its extensive toolset for developing world-class

cross-platform mobile applications.

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Reduces Hardware Compatibility Issues03

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Mobile app development tools are used for creating a mobile app seamlessly. In

short, an app development tool allows the developers to write, test and deploy apps

into the target mobile application platform environment. Take a sneak peek at the

different app development tools helping developers deliver world-class apps.

Android Studio

Code editor facilitates the writing of better codes, faster

working while increasing productivity through advanced

code completion, code analysis, and refactoring.

Intelligent Code Editor01

The great tools present within Android Studio helps the developers in testing

the apps developed through test frameworks such as JUnit 4 and functional UI

test. Further, it also has an Espresso Test Recorder where the developers can

record the interactions done within an app on a device, thereby generating a

UI test code. A developer can run their tests on a device, an emulator, a

continuous integration environment, or in Firebase Test Lab.

Techtic, at every step, makes extensive use of Android Studio and brings on

board the best possible created codes for giving you a seamless app

experience.

Impeccable Testing Tools03

The Emulator works towards installing the app while accelerating its pace. It

even allows the developer to prototype and ultimately tests the app on

various Android devices such as phones, tablets, Android Wear, Android TV

devices, etc. It also has the feature to include a variety of hardware functions

such as GPS location, network latency, motion sensors, multi-touch input, etc.

Instant and Feature rich Emulator02

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The visual code has been developed by Microsoft and works as a source code editor.

It works seamlessly on Windows, macOS, and Linux. This free and open source

framework provides a variety of features ranging from debugging, built-in Git version

control, syntax highlights, snippets, etc.

Further, its user interface can get personalized. This, in turn, helps users change their

preferences along with switching to different themes and keyboard shortcuts. Also, it

even comes up with monthly updates. This facilitates a better user experience by

fixing bugs while boosting stability and performance. Here’s how it is being used

across the globe.

Visual Code

Intellisense is basically a term used for denoting a variety of code editing

features such as code completion, parameter info, quick info, content assist,

and code hinting. The Intellisense for Visual Studio is used for JavaScript,

TypeScript, JSON, HTML, CSS, Less, and Sass out of the box. Also, the

languages which are not supported by default can also be used by the

developers through Intellisense extension feature.

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Using Programming Languages Through IntelliSense01

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With its Git integration built-in feature, Visual code helps developers

in instantly seeing the changes that they are making within their

project.

Integrated Version Control02

The visual code comes with great debugging support. It has an inbuilt

debugger which helps the developers in editing, compiling and debugging

loop. Further, it even has the option of side by side editing. This comes in

handy when the developers need to refer one file’s code for another file. It

helps the developers in opening side by side editor for the same file or

different files and manages the codes effectively.

Along with the simplicity of source code editor backed by the impeccable

developer tooling, the developers at Techtic have been using Visual code and

making it's customer's app ideas into a successful reality.

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Now, let's take a broader look at its various rich features.

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Sublime text works as a cross-platform source code editor and is incorporated

with a Python application programming interface. Apart from supporting a lot of

programming languages and markup languages, it also let the developers add a

plethora of functions with the help of its extensive plugins. See how developers

are using it globally.

Sublime Text

The feature of Goto Anything allows the opening of files with

just a few clicks. This lets the user jump to any line, word or

symbol instantly.

Goto Anything01

Now, here's a look at its exciting features.

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As mentioned above, Sublime Text comes with a powerful Python API that can

augment inbuilt functionalities with the help of plugins. Besides, the package

control can be installed through the command palette. It makes thousands of

packages built by the community easily accessible.

The developers at Techtic take advantage of the native functionality of

Sublime text. They further use customized user interface kit for speed and

beauty optimization of the apps they develop.

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High-end API and Package Ecosystem03

Sublime text automatically generates a project-wise index of each of its class,

method, and function with the help of syntax definitions. This index further

empowers Goto definition and allows the users to customize varied features

according to their needs

Goto Definition02

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Javascript works as a dynamic computer programming language. It is being used by

66% of developers worldwide.

Apart from being lightweight, it is also used as a part of the web pages. Once it is

implemented, it allows the client-side script to communicate with a user along with

developing a plethora of dynamic pages. In short, it works as an interpreted

programming language having the ability of object orientation. Here's a detailed

outlook at its various features.

JavaScript

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The rich interface of JavaScript helps the developers include a

variety of items including drag and drop components and sliders.

This gives users a rich interface experience.

Techtic is leveraging a lot out of the bright future of JavaScript. Its

developers are making extensive use of this high-end language for

the development of excellent mobile apps in no time.

It helps the developers create a plethora of interfaces. Such interfaces come

with a feature of reaction. To put it in other words, these interfaces react and

let the developers know when and how a user uses it with a mouse or

activates itself through a keyboard.

Increased Communication02

Enhanced and Rich Interface03

It helps a developer validate user input before sending the page off the server.

This, in turn, helps in saving server traffic, thereby resulting in reduced load on

the server.

Reduced Server Interaction 01

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Kotlin is an open source, general-purpose app development language for the Java

Virtual Machine (JVM) and Android. It works with a combination of object-orientation

and functional programming features. Furthermore, it also focusses on safety,

clarity, tooling support and interoperability. Take a look at its plethora of features.

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The plugins for Integrated Development Environment (IDE)

work smoothly at Kotlin. The reason behind its smooth

functioning is that it was tried and tested in alpha and beta

version for years before its final launch.

Smooth Plugins01

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Kotlin is all about simplicity dipped in power. It helps developers develop great

Android apps through its fast compilation time. The library needed to code for

Kotlin apps is very small. As a result, it doesn't increase the method count

much and makes the whole app development process easy.

Easy Android Development02

While the Android 2.3 is integrated with Kotlin through a simple

plugin, the Android 3.0 integrates the whole language seamlessly.

This, in turn, assists a developer in debugging, doing refractors,

using instant run etc., efficiently.

Developers at Techtic have gained immense value for app

development through extensive use of Kotlin. From doing more

work in less time to spending less time in fixing bugs, the Techtic

developers know exactly how to extract the best out of this

programming language.

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Seamless Integration with Android Studio03

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Java is a general purpose, a class-based programming language with a tendency of

concurrency, object orientation with a run time environment consisting of JVM. It is

not only accessible for free but, also supports all the major platforms. Here's a look

at its various features.

Java

Java works as an independent platform. In short, it works in such a way that

the application written on one platform can be seamlessly ported to another

application.

Portability01

Java works as a highly secured

language where all the compiled code

into bytecode. This makes it

unreadable for humans, thereby

preventing suspicious activities from

untrusted sources. This, in turn,

enables the development of tamper

and virus free apps.

Security02

From supporting dynamic memory allocation and reducing the memory

wastage to enhancing the performance of applications developed through it,

Java does it all effectively.

From understanding the basics of Java to making use of its extensive tools, the

developers at Techtic use Java like a pro for programming and developing

world-class apps in no time.

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Dynamic Approach03

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iOS App DevelopmentTools & IDEs

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Created by Apple, Swift is a dominant programming language for platforms like iOS,

macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and Linux applications. It has emerged as a dominant

programming language for iOS development. Here's a look at its various value-added

advantages.

Swift

The syntax feature of Swift

facilitates the writing of clean

and consistent codes. It helps in

improving the readability of the

app while making it smooth and

error-free.

Clean andConsistent Coding

01

As its name itself says, Swift is

all about faster development. It

does it through its syntax and

hand-holding help. Well, this is

the reason Apple says it is 2.6x

and 8.4x faster than Objective-C

and Python respectively.

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Faster Development02

Swift is working as a defining

programming language because

of its open source feature. It

even has an active supporting

community along with a plethora

of third-party tools.

With Techtic, you can jump right

into development with Swift. The

developers at Techtic have

thorough and precise knowledge

about this powerful open

language, thereby letting them

build amazing apps for your

business.

Open Source03

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Working as the primary programming language for Apple, Objective-C is used for its

OS X and iOS operating systems along with their APIs Cocoa and Cocoa Touch

respectively. In short, Objective-C is an object-oriented, a general purpose

programming language that facilitates the inclusion of Smalltalk-style messaging to

the core C programming language. Here's how it helps developers make top-notch

apps.

Objective C

With dynamic typing, the

developers can know

beforehand how their objects

are going to be at run-time.

Dynamic Typing01

Objective-C comes with perfect run time. From creating messages in

run time and creating dynamic classes to the addition of methods to

existing classes to changing method implementations, it does it all

effectively.

Objective-C is a high-end programming language. The developers at

Techtic are fully proficient with this technology and are leveraging it

the most for developing smart Apple apps.

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The categories option of

Objective-C allows defining new

methods and including them to

classes for which the developers

do not have the source code. It

facilitates a more effortless

extension to classes without the

need for subclassing.

Categorization02

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Xcode offers the feature of source

editor to developers. A source

editor works as a professional

editor which helps developers

write code through advanced

code completion, syntax

highlighting, code folding, and

message bubbles. It even shows a

warning, errors, and other

context-sensitive information

inline with the developer's code.

Source Editor01

This feature makes the testing

user interface easy for the

developers. All they need to do is

design and test their user

interface without the

requirement of writing an

extensive line of code. It makes

the prototype instantly which

further connects the interface

with the source present within

the Xcode editor.

Inbuilt Interface Builder02

Xcode is an incredible platform for creating amazing apps for Apple. The new Dark

Mode on macOS Mojave, make Xcode look even higher. While the source code editor

allows the developer to transform the code with more ease, it also lets them see

source control changes and extract details from upstream code differences. Also, it

also facilitates the building of instruments through techniques of custom

visualization and data analysis. Let's take a look at how it makes app development

seamless.

Xcode

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It works towards scaling and maximization of the power of multi-core macs

by handling the most complex builds. It even facilitates the automatic sign

up and installation of iPad and iPhone apps onto a device.

These are few of the many features that make Xcode a popular choice

for the development of apps for Apple. The fully skilled team of

developers at Techtic have years of experience in using Xcode and

delivering world-class Apple apps to clients instantly.

Integrated build system02

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Augmented Reality is a communicative experience of a real-world environment. It facilitates towards enhancing the real world objects with the help of computer-generated perceptual information. In short, augmented reality makes virtual things look so real that people start perceiving it as a part of the real environment.

In this context, Augmented Reality tools are helping developers create AR apps for giving customers a seamless experience. From image recognition to location detectors, an AR-based app does it all. Here's a look at few of such tools.

AR (Augmented Reality)Tools

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Easy AR works as an Augmented Reality Engine. It is not only free but easy to use too.

Its augmented reality is based on the planar target. Further, it also supports smooth

load and recognition for more than 1000 local targets. Also, it also facilitates video

playback support based on HW codecs, along with supporting transparent video and

streaming video. It even works towards supporting QR code recognition while

tracking multi-target simultaneously. Here's how it works with its various features.

Easy AR

It gives an entirely free library to

developers, thereby facilitating

easy development of apps. All a

developer needs to do is register

their account and generate the

plugin key of their respective

bundle.

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With the feature of image

recognition, Easy AR enhances

the machine vision. This, in turn,

makes app artificially augmented

in a way that its software

incorporates the ability to

identify the objects, action in

images, people, writing etc.

Image Recognition02

It helps in recognizing and determining the

angle of a user-chosen 3D object in a range

scan or photograph.

Usable both on mobile and computer platform, Easy AR doesn't

show any watermark and has no recognition time limitation. This is

the reason the well-equipped team of developers at Techtic use it to

the core and leverage it to the maximum for app development.

3D Object Recognition03

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ARKit 2 works as an augmented reality platform for Apple. Not only it facilitates AR

apps experience by multiple users simultaneously but, also enables resuming it at a

later time in the same condition. Further, it even lets the developers include

real-world objects into customers experience, inducing them with tremendous

immersive opportunities. Here's how its different features function.

ARKit 2

As mentioned above, ARKit 2 can provide augmented reality experienced that

are consistent amidst sessions and can be resumed at a later time as and

when wanted by the user. From starting an AR puzzle to tackling an interior

decoring project, the user can start, pause and come back to it later in the

same state. It saves them from the hassle of starting all over again.

Gone are those days when AR apps were limited to a single

person or device experiencing the feature of AR apps. With

ARKit 2, multiple users can view AR experiences simultaneously

on their respective iOS devices.

The high-end developers at Techtic are fully proficient with the features of

ARKit 2 and can help you build an app that can induce your customers with

unparalleled augmented reality experiences on iOS.

Shared AR experiences03

Consistent AR Experiences01

Object Detection and Tracking

ARKit 2 is supportive of full 2D image tracking. This feature lets developers

include movable objects such as product boxes or magazines into the

customer's AR experience. Also, it also can detect known 3D objects like

sculptures, toys, or furniture etc.

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Artificial Intelligence Tools works towards combining human intelligence processes by machines and computer systems. From learning to reasoning to self-correction, an artificial intelligence tool includes features such as speech recognition, machine vision, expert system etc. In short, AI tools present a wide range of functionalities for app development. Here's a look at some of the favourite AI tools.

AI (Artificial Intelligence)Tools

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IBM Watson is a supercomputer that works on the combination of high-end analytical

software and artificial intelligence for facilitating question answering. In short, IBM

Watson is a computer system that answers all your queries. Based on cognitive

computing, it has a rich combination of techniques such as natural language

processing, machine learning, AI, reasoning etc. Here's a look at its various features.

IBM Watson

IBM Watson gives its user the authority to claim the ownership of their data

while protecting their data insights and securing their IP address. In short, it

gives complete control to the user about how and what to do by what's

essential for the user.

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Apart from allowing a user to access data from a wide range of resources, IBM

Watson can enrich a massive variety of data without the need for any added

integration.

Just the way IBM Watson values its users and their data, the developers at

Techtic value their customers. They have a vast knowledge of this excellent AI

tool and take care of customer data irrespective of it being big or small.

Data Management03

Since IBM Watson is based on Machine learning, it comes

with a thorough understanding of a user's business and

industry. This vast knowledge gives Watson the ability to provide

users with better and instant decision. To put it in other words, the leading

experts at Watson reimagine the user’s workflow in a way that it gives users

the best of advice and provides them with an edge over competitors.

Workflow Management02

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Google Assistant is an AI-powered tool developed by Google. It works as a virtual

assistant for people using smartphones and smart home devices. Here’s a detailed

analysis of the various functions that Google assistant performs.

Google Assistant

The personalized interface allows Android users to get hold of weather

reports of the nearby location, view relevant news, and view videos and blogs

of their interest. This, in turn, takes care of the user's personal preferences

and induces them with satisfaction.

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The more prominent visuals of Google assistant makes the experience better

for people of all age. It even helps the brand give a great customer experience

with accurate and useful results.

Google Assistant, being one of the most effective AI tools has become a

dependable voice tool for developers at Techtic as well. From helping

businesses leverage it for enhancing the customer experience to improving

their traffic, the Team Techtic can do it all like a pro.

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From better usability and accessibility to making

controls and features easier to use, Google assistant

does it all. Further, it also allows users to access new

sliders and controls for their smart home devices. In

short, it gives users the ability to take control of

various devices through a single location.

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Siri works as a virtual assistant for products of Apple that run on iOS, watchOS,

macOS and tvOS. It answers the queries of users through the system of voice query.

It combines with various internet services and makes recommendations, helps in

user searches, follows voice commands etc. In short, it gives exact personalized and

individualized results to each customer. That’s the reason 87% of people with an

iPhone use Siri extensively. Here's a broader look at its features.

Siri

Siri is easy to handle and use. All a user needs to do is connect their phone to

a cellular network or Wi-Fi. If Siri hasn't been set up, it can be done by going

to setting option. Further, tap and hold on the home button will do the

needful.

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Though Siri's inbuilt language is English, it also supports a variety of other

languages. Therefore, if a user lacks fluency in the English language or wants

to learn some other language, Siri can be at their service. It can be done

quickly by going to the settings and choosing a language available on the list.

These are few of the many advantages of Siri that even the developers at

Techtic are leveraging daily. They even possess the techniques and knowledge

to create an AI tool like Siri and give their users the best of the app experience.

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Siri has a plethora of cool functions stored in its kitty. Functions like activating

low power mode, enabling do not disturb, sending emails and texts, getting

directions etc. is done with ease with Siri by your side.

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Mobile app development tools are used for creating a mobile app seamlessly. In short, an app development tool allows the developers to write, test and deploy applications into the target mobile application platform environment. Take a sneak peek at the different app development tools helping developers deliver world-class apps.

Mobile Payment Tools

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Braintree is a mobile payment getaway backed by Paypal. It works best for operating

the financial aspects of the businesses seamlessly. From digital wallets like Apple Pay

and Google Pay to credit cards and debit cards, Braintree supports it all through a

single, smooth integration. Here's how it can benefit businesses.

Braintree

Since Braintree works with a modernized and optimized payment approach, it

gives users a seamless payment experience. This, in turn, satisfies them and

thereby, increase sales, loyalty and conversion rates of customers.

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Braintree is backed by Paypal which makes its customer reach full. Its

next-generation technology doesn't only help businesses expand their

market but, also accelerates their return on investment.

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It comes with high-end security

which helps in detection and

prevention of fraudulent

transactions. In short, it works

seamlessly in mitigating risk

while keeping payment data

secure and intact.

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A technology company based in San Francisco, California, Stripe works as software

which facilitates the transfer of money for businesses and individuals. Its online

payment system provides the apt technical support and banking infrastructure to

operate a safe and error-free payment system. Here's how it functions on a deep

level.

Stripe

Unlike other payment tools that

redirects the user to another

website for completing the

transaction, Stripe lets the user

stay on the website while making

a payment.

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At Stripes, not only the payment

process is seamless but, the

checkout process is smooth too. As

a result, it provides excellent

customer experience and

accelerates the conversion rates.

The Techtic developers with their

innovation and experience are

putting their extensive knowledge

in developing similar mobile

payment tools that work the best

for any business.

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It makes use of creative

interfaces. With detailed

graphs and charts, it makes

the data easy to comprehend

and grasp by the users.

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These are tools that help businesses send messages on users devices through an instant pop up. Its primary function is to engage customers with relevant and personalized information. Take a look at s fee such tools.

Push Notification Tools

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It helps in easy creation of real-time graphs, multiplayer games, and

more in a user's web and mobile apps.

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Pusher works towards transforming web apps into real-time apps. It is a hosted API

which helps businesses add scalable real-time scalable functionality instantly. In

short, Pusher encapsulates WebSockets implementation, functionality, debugging,

and hosting for their users. Look at its usage statistics and see how people are using

it across the globe.

Pusher

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It facilitates sending programmable push notifications for Android

and iOS digital devices.

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Here's how it can help in creating high-end apps.

It makes adding 1-1 and group chats to any mobile and web app very

easy. Further, it even incorporates message storage, rich media,

notifications, typing indicators etc. within an app.

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With its cloud-hosted, NoSQL database, the data between users and

devices can be stored and synced on a global scale. It doesn't only give live

synchronization, but, also facilitates offline support with efficient data

queries.

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With tools created for catering the needs of modern web apps, Firebase could

simplify the process of web hosting. Once the web assets are uploaded,

Firebase automatically pushes it out with its global CDN. It further provides

them with s free SSL certificate and gives the user a secure, reliable and

low-latency experience

Developers are using the extensive features of these push notification tool at

Techtic for developing apps that are not only feature-rich but, also can scale

and grow in the long run of business.

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A mobile app platform by Google, Firebase helps businesses develop high-quality

apps and enhance their business. Also, it also works as a cross-platform solution for

messages and notifications for Android, iOS, and web applications. Here's a look at

its various features.

Firebase

With Firebase, a user can extend their app

with personalized backend without any

need of managing and scaling their server.

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All in all, those as mentioned above 23 mobile app development tools have changed the way mobile apps functioned and developed. Their high-end approach and technical strategies are a class apart. Therefore, if you want to explore and extract the best out of these tools, Techtic Solutions can be your one-stop destination.

With our experienced and dedicated team of developers, you can get your desired app in no time. So, are you up for experiencing a whole new level of app development? Feel free to reach us. We will revert at the earliest.

We’re Techtic Solutions, Inc. - An award winning software & mobile app development company having 500+ happy clients from 23 countries and 94% client retention rate.

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