Mobile app development has been one of the trendy and innovative things in town. And why shouldn’t it be? After all, even you’re probably also reading this blog on a web browser’s app. Statistics show that people spent 3.8 trillion hours in 2022 while browsing through mobile apps. 

Thus, we can see that the use of mobile apps is greatly increasing. However, the advancement of technology indicates the emergence of new trends in the field of mobile app development as consumer tastes and preferences continue to change. 

In today’s blog, we’ll delve into the 8 Trends in mobile development that you should be prepared for in 2024. 

Mobile App Development Trends in 2024- What Is the Future of Mobile App  Development? 

The top eight trends in the world of mobile app development are as follows:

1. Machine Learning

2. Internet of Things

3. 5G Technology

4. AR and VR 

5. Cloud Computing

6. Mobile Wallets

7. Progressive Web Apps

8. Chatbots

1. Machine learning

Once a futuristic concept, machine learning is now a reality. It has changed the way how we interact with apps. Now apps provide us with customized suggestions based on the information we have provided. 

Now, you can expect apps to: 

Provide enhanced recommendations: 

For example, if a fitness app knows your routine and personality, it can provide you with workout and app recommendations based on this routine.  For instance, If you’re skinny fat, the fitness app can provide you with a customized diet plan that helps you gain weight and simultaneously lose fat in your body. It can also provide you with workout recommendations to complement your diet routine. 

Give improved replies through chatbots: 

ML-based chatbots can give excellent replies based on linguistic learning. Based on the tone and nature of your query, they can provide customized replies to respond exactly in the way intended. For example, if the tone of your query is aggressive, the chatbot will reply in a manner that is consolating and reassuring. 

2. Internet of things

The Internet of Things is another major trend to look out for in the world of mobile app development. Now, apps are not just prepared for mobile devices, but also for smart TVs and Wearables. Thus, when developing an app, developers must ensure that the app is fully functional for all IoT devices. 

For an app to function on the IoT, it should be: 

• Easily connecting amongst various IoT devices.

• Collect data from all connected devices.

• Have good security protocols to ensure data privacy.

• Have the ability to function offline to ensure peak performance.

Thus, when developing apps for IoT devices, developers must take care of these functionalities. 

1. 5G technology

5G technology plays an important role in mobile app development. The 5G networks offer improved speed as compared to their predecessors. 

Now, developers can develop:

• Console-quality games for mobile users.

• Cloud-based servers to support multiplayer gaming experiences and support data storage.

• Apps that support higher video streaming qualities, allowing users to watch better live streams and view ultra HD content on their cell phones.

2. AR and VR

      AR(Augmented Reality) and VR(Virtual Reality) are a great innovation in the field of mobile app development. Now, developers can develop: 

• Enhanced app experiences, such as encouraging virtual try-ons for e-commerce stores.

• Interactive learning experiences for learning apps by helping users interact with tables and diagrams. 

• Location-based gaming apps that allow users to encounter and interact with players in a virtual environment, rather than only on-screen. 

3. Cloud computing

Cloud computing is another game-changing trend in the world of mobile application development. With cloud computing, developers can: 

• Access the best code and information remotely with just an internet connection.

• Eliminate the costs of buying software and maintaining large data servers.

• Manage their budgets more efficiently because of the cloud’s pay-as-you-go model.

• Integrate cloud platforms with CI/CD pipelines to boost efficiency. 

    Thus, cloud computing makes development more efficient, and saves developer costs. 

4. Mobile Wallets

Mobile wallets are becoming increasingly popular and play a key role in the future of mobile app development. In 2022, almost half of the world’s ecommerce transactions were done through mobile wallets. Thus, we can see that they have a growing influence and are a preferred mode of payment.

Mobile wallets provide features such as: 

• P2P payments: Make payments and pay bills through your cellphone.

• Enhanced security: Through measures such as two-factor authentication and biometric verification. 

• Integration:  Mobile wallets can  integrate into loyalty programs and rewards to encourage more customers to buy products.

5. Progressive Web Apps

Whereas Native apps rely on app store discovery, PWAs are available on the internet. PWAs provide numerous benefits for developers, such as:

• Developing apps through a single codebase for the browser, Android, and IOS platforms.

• No need for an app store download as they are available directly on the browser.

• Improved chances for search engine optimization (SEO) as they can be indexed directly from the browser.

     Hence, PWAs are the future of mobile app development.

6. Chatbots

      Chatbots are another amazing trend in the world of mobile app development.

      Chatbots offer numerous benefits, such as: 

• 24/7 availability and response to customer queries.

• Ability to react to customer queries appropriately by identifying the tone of language.

• Automating repetitive tasks such as scheduling appointments and sending automated replies to repeat customer queries.

Thus, chatbots make answering customer queries very easy and are an essential part of shaping the future of mobile app development.

Now that we know about the 8 trends in mobile app development to look for in 2024, let us recap what we learned throughout the blog. 

Conclusion

The mobile app landscape is constantly evolving, and developers need to stay ahead of the curve to create successful apps. This blog post explored eight key trends that are poised to shape the future of mobile app development in 2024. By understanding and embracing these trends, mobile app developers can create apps that are not only functional but also engaging, secure, and personalized to meet the ever-changing needs of users in 2024.