Development

Google’s Licensing system defeated?

Google’s Licensing system defeated? Since Google's announcement of a new app protection system last month, I've heard numerous complaints about the general approach of the protection: it requires a data connection, which isn't always available for everyone. And while "Justin Case" of Android Police thinks Google's LVL is the best copy protection for Android apps to date, he has found flaws - serious... Read more »

New app licensing from Google

New app licensing from Google In response to developers' complaints of unauthorized usage of their wares, Google has set up a licensing service, by which - via a set of libraries - an application can hit Google's server, which stores sales records. Every time an app with this protection is launched, it checks with Google to be sure the copy is legit. The new system will replace the old copy... Read more »

PHP for Android adds a new Dimension to app development

PHP for Android adds a new Dimension to app development Android app development is taking over iPhone and will soon go wild. However, the app development process is not as well defined as app development for Windows desktop yet. Though, this is sure to change once we see a sway of developers towards Android. Android app development using Java (on Eclipse) has gained wide popularity and is in the mainstream already.... Read more »

Zong brings their “frictionless” mobile payment platform to Android

Zong brings their “frictionless” mobile payment platform to Android Have you ever been workin' down on the farm -- you know, just tendin' your crops and livestock -- when, all of a sudden, you realize that you need to buy a new tractor and some straw.  You rush down to the market, only to discover that you're fresh out of credits.  Frantically, you click on the "Buy Credits" button and pay with your mobile phone.  Text received,... Read more »

Report this! Android Application Error Reports

Report this! Android Application Error Reports There are a lot of sweet, new user features in Android 2.2, also known as "FroYo".  Whether your favorite is the updated camera app, the ability to tether your phone to share your broadband connection, or the tweaks to Exchange support, we can all agree that Android is continuing down the right path.  Personally, I don't think there is a destination.  Android... Read more »

Mobile development with Ruby

Mobile development with Ruby Earlier today, I showcased an product that allows you to create native Android apps using JavaScript.  With a few extra lines of code, you'll be able to build apps that can be deployed on several platforms. Now, Shawn Butler is introducing the developers, at MinneBar, to mobile development using Ruby.  Utilizing Rhodes, you'll be able to code with the popular,... Read more »

Build native Android apps with JavaScript

Build native Android apps with JavaScript Are you a web developer and want to jump into Android app developmeent?  Titanium Mobile can help.  Titanium is a software development kit that allows you to create apps using JavaScript, HTML,  CSS and native APIs.  Then you can compile it across multiple mobile platforms.  It allows you to utilize native UI elements, so your apps have a consistent look &... Read more »

New Android SDK (r06) now available

New Android SDK (r06) now available In conjunction with the announcement of Android 2.2 (Froyo) at the Google I/O develepor's conference, a new version of the Android software development kit has been released by Google. As indicated by the included read me file, some changes have been made this time around. Specifically, no version platforms are included. I guess there are just too many out there... Read more »

APPCON 2010: Mobile App Development Conference

APPCON 2010: Mobile App Development Conference If you're a mobile developer, or are interested in mobile development, you need to attend APPCON.  APPCON is the world's first conference dedicated to mobile app development.  There will be 40 sessions, spread across three days, covering a variety of topics like game development, location-based services, enterprise deployment, and the business side of mobile. In... Read more »