• Skip to main content
  • Skip to header right navigation
  • Skip to site footer
  • About
  • Contact
  • Subscribe
  • Advertise
methodshop

methodshop

tech news, reviews & how to's

  • Top Stories
  • Latest
  • Fun
  • Life
  • Learn

Home : News : Survey: Sorry Google, App Developers Still Love Apple’s iOS

iOS App Developer
iOS app developer photo by FirmBee.

Survey: Sorry Google, App Developers Still Love Apple’s iOS

Sorry, Google Android, Apple's iOS remains the platform of choice for app developers. Survey finds iOS development easier and with a bigger userbase.

May 6, 2011 by jayfrankwilson
FacebookTweetPinLinkedIn

MethodshopSorry, Google Android, Apple’s iOS remains the platform of choice for app developers. According to a new Appcelerator/IDC survey querying more than 2,700 developers, 91% of developers said they are ‘very interested’ in iPhone development and 86% very interested in developing for the hot-selling iPad. In comparison, interest in Google‘s Android phones fell two points to 85%. And Android tablets fell three points to 71% after increasing twelve points during Q1.

Why Many App Developers Don’t Like Android

Why the decrease with Android? Two reasons: fragmentation of devices and weak demand. Developers complain about the fragmentation of Droid devices. When they build apps for Droid, they have to test and worry about the compatibility of their app on sometimes hundreds of different hardware devices. Apple only has 4 different versions of the iPhone and 2 of the iPad. The other reason is demand. Weak demand for Andriod tablets and Andriod app stores mean less opportunity for the ROI of developer’s apps.

  • While 71% of developers are very interested in Android as a tablet OS, only 52% are very interested in one of the leading Android tablet devices today – the Samsung Galaxy Tab. That number drops to 44% for the Motorola Xoom and 31% for the upcoming HTC Flyer
  • Microsoft fell seven points, with only 29% of developers saying they are ‘very interested’ in the Windows Phone 7, while BlackBerry phones dropped eleven points to 27%
  • #3 player Microsoft’s biggest problem with developers may simply be available time, as 46% of respondents indicated, “I have my hands full with iOS and/or Android.”

What about you? What’s your mobile platform of choice? iPhone, Android, Windows or BlackBerry? Leave a comment below.

Sorry Android, Developers Love Apple'S Ios

Related Posts:

  • Developers and Consumers Get Ready for Apple's iPhone App Store
    Developers and Consumers Get Ready for Apple's iPhone App…
  • Google Maps App Now Available in Apple App Store (2012)
    Google Maps App Now Available in Apple App Store (2012)
  • 7 Geeky Tattoo Ideas For Developers And IT Professionals
    7 Geeky Tattoo Ideas For Developers And IT Professionals



FacebookTweetPinLinkedIn
Category: News, Technology Tag: Android OS, Apple, Apps, Apps, blackberry, Developers, Droid, Google, iOS, iPad, iPhone, Microsoft, mobile, Mobile, Samsung Galaxy, Software, survey, tablets
Previous Post: « Hoboken Funny Man @AdamWade [interview]
Next Post: Worst Mother’s Day Ever: Naked Cake Fall Caught On Camera Worst Mother's Day Ever »

Sidebar

Trending Now

  • 18 Weird Facts About Sea-Monkeys You Won't Believe Are True, Including Their Connection To The Ku Klux Klan18 Weird Facts About Sea-Monkeys You Won’t Believe Are True, Including Their…
  • 7 Pictures Of Naked People Captured By Google's Cameras7 Pictures Of Naked People Captured By Google’s Cameras
  • 20 Famous People Who Are Members Of The Sleepless Elite20 Famous People Who Are Members Of The Sleepless Elite
  • 55 Funny Out Of Office Messages That Will Make Your Coworkers Smile55 Funny Out Of Office Messages That Will Make Your Coworkers Smile
  • 25 Reasons Why Action Park Was The World's Most Dangerous Amusement Park25 Reasons Why Action Park Was The World’s Most Dangerous Amusement Park
  • The 30 Best Caddyshack Quotes That'll Make You LaughThe 30 Best Caddyshack Quotes That’ll Make You Laugh
  • How To Easily Create A PayPal Shipping Label Without InvoiceHow To Easily Create A PayPal Shipping Label Without Invoice
  • 50+ Famous Happy Birthday Quotes From Notable Personalities50+ Famous Happy Birthday Quotes From Notable Personalities
  • 25 Of The Best Pulp Fiction Quotes From Quentin Tarantino's 1994 Film25 Of The Best Pulp Fiction Quotes From Quentin Tarantino’s 1994 Film
  • Eero Troubleshooting Issues Solved: Why Won't My Eero Router Connect To My Older Devices?Eero Troubleshooting Issues Solved: Why Won’t My Eero Router Connect To My…

Categories

About

MethodShop’s mission is to entertain, inform, and sometimes gross you out. MethodShop has affiliate relationships, so we may get a small share of the revenue from your purchases. Items are sold by the retailer, not by us. All prices are subject to change.

Latest

Apple AirTag Helps Police Recover Stolen Political Yard Signs At Opponent's Fort Lauderdale Home

Apple AirTag Helps Police Recover Stolen Political Yard Signs From Opponent’s Fort Lauderdale Home

Vintage Sexist Ads

The 28 Most Sexist Ads From The Mad Men Era Of Advertising

Follow

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • YouTube
  • Pinterest
MethodShop Animated Zoom Icon
  • About
  • Submit
  • Disclaimer
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact
  • Subscribe
  • Store

Copyright © 2022 MethodShop · All Rights Reserved · Powered by BizBudding Inc.

We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
Do not sell my personal information.
Cookie settingsACCEPT
Manage consent

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
Non-necessary
Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
SAVE & ACCEPT