Understanding Mobile Platforms in a Nutshell

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Understanding Mobile Platforms in a Nutshell
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What is a Mobile Application Platform?

• A mobile platform, also known as a mobile
  operating system, is the software that powers a
  smartphone or tablet. There are several different
  mobile platforms available, each with their own
  unique features and capabilities. Understanding
  the different mobile computing platforms can be
  helpful when choosing a new device or developing
  mobile apps.

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Types of Mobile Platforms

• There are two main categories of mobile
  platforms proprietary and open source.
  Proprietary platforms are owned by a specific
  company and are not available for modification or
  distribution by other parties.

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Types of Mobile Platforms

• Examples of proprietary platforms include Apple's
  iOS and Google's Android. Open-source platforms,
  on the other hand, can be modified and
  distributed by anyone. An example of an
  open-source mobile platform is Firefox OS.

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Popular Mobile Platforms iOS and Android

• One of the most popular proprietary platforms is
  iOS, which is the operating system that powers
  Apple's iPhone and iPad devices. iOS is known for
  its smooth performance and user-friendly
  interface, as well as its wide range of apps and
  games available through the App Store.

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Popular Mobile Platforms iOS and Android

• It is also known for its strong security features
  of mobile platforms, which make it a popular
  choice for businesses and organizations.

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Popular Mobile Platforms iOS and Android

• Another popular proprietary platform is Android,
  which is developed by Google and used on a
  variety of devices, including phones, tablets,
  and even some laptops.

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Popular Mobile Platforms iOS and Android

• Android is known for its customizable interface
  and the ability to download apps from a variety
  of sources, not just the Google Play Store. It is
  also known for its frequent updates and support
  for a wide range of devices.

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Open-Source Platforms

• In addition to proprietary platforms, there are
  also a number of open-source platforms available.
  One example is Firefox OS, which was developed by
  the Mozilla Foundation.

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Open-Source Platforms

• Firefox OS is designed to be an open and
  affordable alternative to proprietary platforms,
  and it can be used on a variety of devices,
  including smartphones and tablets. It is known
  for its focus on web standards and its ability to
  run apps developed using HTML, CSS, and
  JavaScript.

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Open-Source Platforms

• Other open-source mobile platforms include Ubuntu
  Touch and Sailfish OS. Ubuntu Touch is developed
  by Canonical and is designed to be a simple and
  easy-to-use platform that can run on a variety of
  devices.

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Open-Source Platforms

• Other open-source mobile platforms include Ubuntu
  Touch and Sailfish OS. Ubuntu Touch is developed
  by Canonical and is designed to be a simple and
  easy-to-use platform that can run on a variety of
  devices.

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Open-Source Platforms

• Sailfish OS is developed by Jolla and is designed
  to be a secure and flexible platform that can be
  customized for a variety of use cases.

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In A Nutshell

• In conclusion, mobile platforms are the software
  that powers smartphones and tablets. Mobile
  commerce platforms help companies selling online
  provide better experiences to consumers who
  prefer to buy using mobile devices.

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In A Nutshell

• There are several different platforms available,
  including proprietary platforms like iOS and
  Android, and open-source platforms like Firefox
  OS, Ubuntu Touch, and Sailfish OS. Understanding
  the different mobile app platforms can be helpful
  when choosing a new device or developing mobile
  apps.

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