With the technological scenario changing in a superfast speed, we are learning new things and new terms quite frequently. One such term, which has become a household name, is app. A mobile application, also referred to as a mobile app or simply an app, is a computer program or software application designed to run on a mobile device such as phone, tablet or watch. Originally, when the concept of app started, they were intended for productivity assistance such as email, contact database, etc.
But the constantly growing public demand for apps caused rapid expansion into other areas such as mobile games, factory automation, GPS and location-based services, order tracking and ticket purchases and so on. As a result, there are now millions of apps available. These apps have transformed communication from traditional old ways and forwarded them into today’s world. They have made our lives easier and have made communication much easier. Thanks to apps like Skype and FaceTime, we can communicate with everyone irrespective of our location. Apart from allowing users to interact with the world, mobile apps can be used for advertising. Businesses have taken advantage of the rise of number of downloaded apps. Today, mobile apps are getting more and more attention from sponsors, which ensure more free apps in future.