IDEA FORMATION

IDEA FORMATION

In the last few years, developers were able to develop many different types of apps with the increasing affordable smartphones across the globe. There are 7 major different types of Apps that others fit well into. These are:

1.       Utilities

2.       Entertainment

3.       Games

4.       News

5.       Productivity

6.       Lifestyle

7.       Social Networking

Each one of these App types is different from other and requires different programming style. Examples of each are given below:

1.       Utilities Apps: These are apps that help perform simple tasks. They are used frequently. Examples are calculator, note-pads, communication apps and weather apps.

2.       Entertainment Apps: they are designed to entertain. These are different from game apps because of their different goals. Examples are: Face Juggler, Ice Effex, Duolingo, DubSmash.

3.       Games Apps: Example include; Angry Birds, Sudoku, Trivia Crack, Word Search, Flip Diving, Candy Crush to mention but few.

4.       News Apps: This type of Apps helps to be aware of happenings in the community and world at large. Examples are: Flipboard, Twitter, BBC news, CNN, Fox and so on.

5.       Productivity Apps: These are Apps developed to help us to be more productive. Examples include: Microsoft Excel, Drobox, Microsoft Word, WPS Office, Calendar, Translator, To-Do-list and so on.

6.       Lifestyle Apps: This type of App is used to enhance our lifestyle and make everyday living easy. Examples are: Fitness Apps, Travel Apps, Food and Drink Apps, Dating and Music Apps.

7.       Social Networking Apps: Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, 2go, YouTube, WhatsApp, Blogger and so on.

Similar Applications

This is the App used in replace of on that is either expensive or not as common as the other. Example of such is Fring. Fring is a VoIP application which allows one to make video calls and live chat for free. It also provides a FringOut service that allows users to call landline or mobile phones at cheaper rate while maintaining high audio quality. Alternative to Fring App are Skype, Hangout, Viber, Facebook Messenger, Face Time and so on.

Mind Map

The application of mind maps seems endless. Mind maps are used for strategic planning, collaboration and ideation. It is used to visualize complex problems. The most common use of mind maps is explained below:

Brainstorming: Mind mapping fosters a free flow of ideas and helps spark new thoughts.

Note taking: Wherever you are, note taking in a mind map is not only efficient but also easy to review and memorize.

Planning: Map can be used to outline project plans or create business strategies. Planning with mind map is simple, visual and does not even fill like work.

Meeting Management: Prepare and distribute the meeting agenda, create quick presentation, take minutes and assign actionable tasks all within one single mind map.