Seamless Porting of Sports Magazine App from iOS to Android
Summary
A digital services provider had a successful sports magazine app on iOS and wanted the same experience on Android without losing any of its look or functionality. INNERLUXES provided mobile technology consulting and ported the app from iPad to Kindle Fire, preserving every native feature, so the provider could reach a wider audience with a matching Android edition.
About the Client
The Client is an IT provider offering a range of services, from digital strategy engagements to deploying large web-based systems, marketing micro-sites, and mobile applications.
An iPad Sports Magazine App Needed to Reach Android Without Losing Its Feel
The Client needed mobile technology consulting and help porting a sports magazine application that was available on iOS (iPad) to Android (Kindle Fire). The key requirement was that the ported app had to preserve the functionality and appearance of the original exactly.
A Faithful Android Port That Preserved Every Native Feature
INNERLUXES ported the sports magazine app to Android while keeping its original look and behavior. Users can read fresh sports news, customize each issue around their favorite sports and teams, and share stories via Facebook, Twitter, and email. The port preserved the app's native features, including:
- Personalized TV listings tailored to the user's interests.
- Twitter feeds from athletes, teams, and other sources.
- Game recaps with scores and statistics.
A Wider Audience With a Matching Android Edition
The Client received an application that is fully supported on Android and meets all the requirements. The ported app complemented the existing iOS edition and helped widen the audience for the service.
Technologies and Tools
HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, PhoneGap.