10 Must-Have Tips for Developing Great iOS Mobile Apps
The demand for iOS applications has increased exponentially. Fortunately, there is no shortage of supply. People and companies involved in the field of iOS mobile application development are trying their best to cope with the requirement. Application submission has increased exponentially from 32 applications / day in 2008 (debut year) to 1816 applications / day in 2015 (Ref: pocketgamer.biz). However, the app rejection rate on the App Store is quite high. Only half of submitted applications get approval from their review team. The strict guidelines of the App Store hit low quality or substandard apps in the interest of users.
Therefore, an iOS application development company needs to evolve its practices and offer quality applications so that users can take full advantage of the technology but with the least effort. This article was written with the goal of providing a clear guide to iOS app developers on what works and what doesn’t. In addition to getting a quick approval, I hope this also saves you valuable time and effort.
Fix faults and errors
It is the responsibility of the developer, as well as the testing team, to ensure that standard practices in the development of the iOS mobile application have been followed, and that the application is free from all types of glitches and bugs. Users must have control over the application, from installation and uninstallation to upgrade, update and use. The App Store does not approve non-public APIs in an app build. It also does not allow the sending of a demo, trial or trial version. Beta apps can only be submitted through TestFlight.
Repair broken links
Don’t make your application the home of broken links. Even if your app passes the test, it won’t be able to last longer in the store as consumers will flood the store with negative reviews and force the store to remove it.
Say no to placeholder content
Don’t wait for App Store certification and user adoption of the app if you can’t control fictitious content. Make sure iPhone or iPad users are not affected by your sloppy approach to iOS app development.
Provide the proper documentation
Inform the App Store and the user what the application is about. Provide the appropriate information on applied tools, application usage, support, vendor contact, and other vital information while heading to the App Store.
Give the right image
Add an easy-to-understand description and high-quality screenshots so that your target audience understands the app and its functionality. In doing so, be sure to be honest and to show the correct image of your product.
Provide a simple user interface
Don’t let the user analyze your application and tell you the error. Give them the right UI (user interface) so they can interact with the app and find the right information and services.
Balanced Ads
The ad is fine, but not at the cost of user experience. Use the correct container size and type to place your ad content so that the real purpose of the app is not diluted.
Desist from serving inappropriate content
The App Store adopts a zero tolerance policy against inappropriate content in the app, including sexually abusive content, content that creates a feeling of hatred or community disparity, that represents violence, etc. The App Store also cares about user privacy. Reject applications that request personal information from the user, such as email address and date of birth, to work. However, applications intended for children are in the list of exceptions, they can request the user’s date of birth to comply with the laws governing the privacy of children.
Do not mislead users who disclose the location
Apps that don’t ask for user permission before collecting, transmitting, or using location data face rejection. The use of location-based APIs for automatic or autonomous control of vehicles, aircraft, or other devices also violates their terms.
Final warning
Sending spam here is a crime. An iOS developer or an iOS mobile app development company should not upload multiple versions of an app to the store. Such apps are not only rejected, but may also result in the termination of the developer’s account from the iOS Developer Program.
Original source of app submission metrics: http://www.pocketgamer.biz/metrics/app-store/submissions/