(English) What is a app native?

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Native apps are developed specifically for one operating system. Both Apple and Google provide app developers with their SDK enabling them to create native apps relatively easily. Then, Android apps are developed for Android devices, iOS apps for Apple products and Windows phones for windows OS.

• Push notifications are easily integrated into native apps, and they alert users when new contents are available.
• Native apps can easily tap into the broader functionality of the device like using the camera, compass, and accelerometer.
• Developers can create native apps that comply with each platform’s conventions, and by that building, something users are familiar with.
• Unlike web apps or hybrid apps, native apps offer the most reliable, most responsive and fastest user experience.

Pros of native apps

• Convenience: the number one benefit of native apps is convenience. According to one report, users are more likely to interact with a brand through their mobile app than visiting an equivalent website, and they attributed this likelihood to the convenience they provide, especially since most people carry their mobile devices with them virtually anywhere.
• Personalization: t is far easier to personalize your services to your clients through a mobile app than a mobile website. Also, integrating a push notifications feature helps in sharing updates, special offers, and offers which encourages clients’ loyalty and retention.
• Offline mode: Mobile apps increase the interaction between your brand and clients. For instance, a user can make some changes to their account, upload details and still be able to interact with the features and contents of the app even when they’re offline. The same can’t be said of mobile websites since they must connect to the internet before accessing your contents.

Cons

• Compatibility: One drawback for native apps is the need to meet the requirements for each of the operating systems. In most cases, this means developing apps for different platforms – iOS, Android, and Windows.
• However, to combat this challenge, you could develop a cross-platform solution that is compatible with all the operating system using bobile app maker.
• Regular Support and maintenance: maintaining and updating an app usually take time and money.